Sesame Shrimp Puffs
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2 packets ready-rolled puff pastry
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8 oz. raw shrimp (peeled and cleaned)
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4 scallions (roughly chopped)
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2 eggs
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1 large garlic clove (peeled)
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1 Tbsp oyster sauce
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1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
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1 Tbsp honey
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Toasted sesame seeds (to sprinkle)
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Chopped chives
Sweet-Chili Sauce:
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6 oz. sugar
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⅓ cup white wine vinegar
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2 Tbsp fish sauce
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2 Tbsp cornstarch diluted in 2 Tbsp cold water
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1 large red chili (finely chopped)
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1 large garlic clove (peeled and grated)
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1 small piece fresh ginger (peeled and grated)
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1 Tbsp dried chili flakes
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Put the shrimp, scallions, one egg, garlic, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and honey in a food processor or blender. Pulse it a few times until it forms a chunky paste. Cover and chill it in the fridge for an hour before using.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Take the puff pastry out of the fridge and let it stand for 10 minutes. Cut each pack into 6 squares, making 12 in total. Place a scant tablespoon of filling onto each square, moisten the edges with a little water, then fold and brush with the other beaten egg. Sprinkle the square with sesame seeds.
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Bake for 13-15 minutes until the puffs are golden.
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Put all of the ingredients for the sauce in a small saucepan and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce it to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce is slightly reduced. Cool, then transfer it to a clean jar or dipping bowl to serve.