SHRIMP AND SESAME STICKS WITH APRICOT DIPPING SAUCE

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Categories     Shellfish     Bake     Cocktail Party     Apricot     Shrimp     Gourmet

Yield Makes 32 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 16

For shrimp filling
1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
1 1/3 lb shrimp, shelled and deveined
3 scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
For sticks
12 (17- by 12-inch) phyllo sheets, thawed if frozen
1 1/4 sticks (1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
Kosher salt for sprinkling
Accompaniment: apricot dipping sauce

Steps:

  • Make shrimp filling:
  • Pulse together all filling ingredients in a food processor until they form a coarse paste.
  • Make sticks:
  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Cover phyllo with 2 overlapping sheets of plastic wrap and then a dampened kitchen towel. Put 1 phyllo sheet on a work surface, keeping remainder covered, and brush generously with butter. Stack 2 more phyllo sheets on top, generously buttering each.
  • Cut phyllo stack in half lengthwise, then arrange 1 half with a long side nearest you. With dampened fingers shape 3 tablespoons shrimp filling into a narrow rope along edge nearest you, then roll up paste tightly in phyllo to form a long thin roll. Make another roll with other half of stack. Make 6 more rolls with remaining phyllo sheets, butter, and shrimp filling.
  • Lightly brush top of rolls with egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds and kosher salt. Cut each roll crosswise into 4 sticks and arrange, seam sides down, 1 inch apart on 2 large baking sheets. Bake sticks in upper and lower thirds of oven, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, until phyllo is golden brown, about 15 minutes total.
  • Transfer sticks to a rack to cool slightly and serve warm with dipping sauce.

Demetrius Jordan
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I'm not a fan of shrimp, but I loved this recipe! The sesame sticks were crispy and flavorful, and the apricot dipping sauce was the perfect complement. I would definitely make this again, even without the shrimp.


Diane Goodall
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This recipe is a waste of time and money. The shrimp and sesame sticks were bland and the apricot dipping sauce was too sour. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


M5 MURSHAD
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I've tried this recipe a few times and I've never been able to get it right. The shrimp and sesame sticks always come out soggy and the apricot dipping sauce is always too runny. I don't know what I'm doing wrong.


Ashley Austin
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This recipe was a disappointment. The shrimp and sesame sticks were soggy and the apricot dipping sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe.


Maha Khan
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I made this recipe for my friends and they loved it! The shrimp and sesame sticks were a bit greasy, but the apricot dipping sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this again, but I would try to find a way to make the shrimp and sesame sticks les


Tichaona Joackim Mabheka
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The shrimp and sesame sticks were crispy and flavorful, and the apricot dipping sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Mellisa Moyo
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The shrimp and sesame sticks are always crispy and delicious, and the apricot dipping sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Qari Umar Abdullah Abbasi
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The shrimp and sesame sticks are so crispy and flavorful, and the apricot dipping sauce is the perfect complement. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Bhumi Chamling
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I love this recipe! The shrimp and sesame sticks are always a hit with my friends and family. The apricot dipping sauce is also a great addition.


LUYANDA Bandile
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp and sesame sticks were so easy to make, and the apricot dipping sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Valery Salomon
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I made this for my family last night and it was a huge success! The kids loved the shrimp and sesame sticks, and the adults loved the apricot dipping sauce. It was a great meal that everyone enjoyed.


Sharief Kamaldien
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This recipe was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the shrimp and sesame sticks, and they couldn't get enough of the dipping sauce. Thanks for sharing!


Sanza Lezinto
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Absolutely delicious! The shrimp and sesame sticks were crispy and flavorful, and the apricot dipping sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.