Crispy Benne Seed Shrimp with Sweet Mustard and Hot

Name: Crispy Benne Seed Shrimp with Sweet Mustard and Hot Chile Garlic Sauces
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 large white shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 tablespoons sea salt; 8 to 10 fried whole cilantro leaves, for garnish; 3 tablespoons scallions, sliced thinly, on the bias; 1 cup honey; 1 cup Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons hot chile garlic sauce (sambal); 4 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar; 1 1/2 cups cornstarch; 1 1/2 cups flour; 2 1/2 cups chilled soda water; 4 tablespoons black sesame seeds (goma seeds); 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons sliced finely chives; 1 tablespoon minced parsley

Servings: persons

20 large white shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons sea salt
8 to 10 fried whole cilantro leaves, for garnish
3 tablespoons scallions, sliced thinly, on the bias
1 cup honey
1 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons hot chile garlic sauce (sambal)
4 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 cups cornstarch
1 1/2 cups flour
2 1/2 cups chilled soda water
4 tablespoons black sesame seeds (goma seeds)
2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
2 tablespoons sliced finely chives
1 tablespoon minced parsley

1
Preheat the frying oil to 360 degrees F.
2
Place shrimp on paper towels and refrigerate.
3
They must be free of moisture to hold the batter.
4
Mix together ingredients for the Mustard Sauce and set aside.
5
Mix together ingredients for the Hot Chile Garlic Sauce and set aside.
6
For the batter: In a large stainless or glass mixing bowl, mix the cornstarch and flour together.
7
Add the soda water gradually, until a forms smooth thick batter the consistency of pancake batter.
8
Add seeds and herbs.
9
Keep the batter cold and use immediately.
10
Grab the shrimp 3 or 4 at a time by the tail and dip into the batter.
11
Shake off excess and place in the hot oil.
12
While the shrimp are frying, lay out the plates and drizzle the 2 sauces around using a coffee spoon.
13
Remove the shrimp from the hot oil and place on absorbent paper.
14
Season with sea salt.
15
Stack the shrimp, 5 on a plate and garnish with the scallions and fried cilantro leaves.
16
Serve immediately and enjoy!
17
Note: Always get more shrimp as you can easily eat more that 5 of these!

1292

kcal

Calories

Fat

157

Carbs

135

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 large white shrimp, peeled and deveined, 3 tablespoons sea salt, 8 to 10 fried whole cilantro leaves, for garnish, 3 tablespoons scallions, sliced thinly, on the bias, and more.

Yes, Crispy Benne Seed Shrimp with Sweet Mustard and Hot Chile Garlic Sauces falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crispy Benne Seed Shrimp with Sweet Mustard and Hot Chile Garlic Sauces

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