Crispy Ebi Senbei (Shrimp Crackers)
Homemade Japanese shrimp crackers with a delicate seafood flavor and irresistible crunch. Ready in minutes using just five pantry-friendly ingredients.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 340
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- ½ cup tapioca starch
- 3 tbsp shrimp powder or finely minced dried shrimp
- 3 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 cups neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
Combine tapioca starch, shrimp powder, water, and salt in a bowl until a sticky paste forms.
- 2
Spoon paste onto plastic wrap, roll between sheets into a 1/8-inch-thin rectangle.
- 3
Chill 5 minutes, then cut into 2-inch squares with a sharp knife or dough cutter.
- 4
Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Test readiness: a drop of batter sizzles immediately.
- 5
Fry crackers 2–3 minutes until golden and puffed, turning once. They expand as they cook.
- 6
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season lightly with salt while hot.
- 7
Serve within 2 hours for maximum crunch.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- plastic wrap
- sharp knife or dough cutter
- deep skillet (10-inch or larger)
- thermometer (optional but recommended)
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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