Thai Shrimp Toast Meets Bitter Melon

"No carbs here! I used the bitter melon in place of the bread. Do take note that bitter melon is very for you, Yes this tropic fruit is bitter and a required taste but do check it's health benefits here http://bittermelon.org/heal/healthbenefits You may be surprised."
 
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photo by Rita1652 photo by Rita1652
Ready In:
30mins
Ingredients:
8
Yields:
12 pieces
Serves:
6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Cut the melon lengthwise and remove the seeds and fiber.
  • Place in a brine of 1 tablespoon salt and a cup of water. Adding more water to cover.Let the bitter release into the water for 1-2 hours.
  • Rinse and towel dry. place on a paper towel while preparing the paste.
  • Cut again lengthwise to form long beds to place the shrimp paste.
  • Place the remaining ingredients except the oil in a blender or food processor and pulse to form an even paste.
  • Heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Top each melon slice with shrimp paste.
  • Place melon side down in hot oil and fry for 3 minutes,.
  • Turn 1/3 way and fry for 1-2 minutes.
  • Turn another 1/3 way and fry 1-2 minutes.
  • Turn back to melon side and fry 1 more minute.
  • remove and drain on paper towel.
  • Serve as finger food or as a side to a meal.

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