Fried Sesame Shrimp

By á-2304

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
• 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. poppy seeds
• 1 Tbsp. dried minced garlic
• salt
• 8 ounces whipped cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1/3 cup half and half
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions
• veggie oil, for frying
• 2 cups basic batter
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled with tails on and butterflied

Preparation

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with paper towel. In a small bowl, combine one tablespoon sesame seeds, 2 teaspoons poppy seeds and 1 teaspoon each dried garlic and salt; sprinkle over the paper towels.

In another small bowl, combine cream cheese, half and half and 1/4 cup scallions, season with salt.

Fill a large pot with oil, 2 inches deep. Heat over medium high heat until it reaches 350.

In a large bowl, combine the batter and remaining scallions, sesame seeds and poppy seeds and dried garlic. Season the shrimp with salt. Working in batches, dip the shrimp in the batter mixture; place in oil and fry, turning once, until golden, 5 minutes. Drain on the seed covered paper towels, lightly coating with the mixture.

Serve with the scallion cream cheese dip.