Unruly Shrimp Under the Influence of Asia

Never boring and somewhat unruly, these shrimp are fun to share. So slap an apron on the cabana boy and have him come join you in the kitchen.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• Marinade or Rub

• 1⁄2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon sugar
• 1  teaspoon ginger, finely grated
• 1  teaspoon mirin (optional)

• Coating

• 1  egg
• 2  tablespoons cornstarch
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 1⁄4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1  tablespoon sesame seeds

• Dipping Sauce

• 2  tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2  tablespoons sugar
• 1  tablespoon water
• 2 1⁄2 tablespoons catsup
• 1⁄2 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
• 1  teaspoon cornstarch
•  oil (for frying)

Directions

1. In a small bowl, rub the rub/marinade ingredients on the shrimp and let sit for 15 minutes.
2. Beat an egg and add to the shrimp.
3. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch, flour, Panko, and sesame seeds.
4. Dip the shrimp into the coating mixture and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to set.
5. Fry shrimp several at a time over medium-high heat until golden brown. Be careful as this takes only a minute or two. Drain on paper towels.
6. Dipping Sauce: Mix ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat stirring constantly until sauce smooths and thickens.