Sesame Tempura Green Beans

Ingredients

Contains: wheat, soy, sesame (auto-detected from the ingredients and method; we can miss things, so check labels)

• 2 quarts oil for deep frying
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer
• 3/4 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
• salt to taste
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 teaspoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon white sugar

Directions

Method written by CompKitchen from the ingredient list. Not the original author's method, not kitchen-tested.

1. Heat the oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C).

2. Whisk the flour and a pinch of salt in a bowl, then slowly whisk in the beer until smooth. Stir in the sesame seeds.

3. Pat the rinsed and trimmed green beans dry with paper towels.

4. Mix the soy sauce, lime juice and sugar in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.

5. Dip each green bean into the batter, letting the excess drip off.

6. Fry the beans in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp. Keep the oil near 375°F (190°C).

7. Drain the beans on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt while hot.

8. Serve immediately with the dipping sauce.