Torched Pumpkin Strips - Emeril Lagasse Style! - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs yellow pumpkin, peeled and seeds removed, cut into 1/2-inch by 3-inch strips
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups dark beer
1 tablespoon Emeril's Original Essence, plus more for dusting, recipe follows
vegetable oil, for frying
salt
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 -2 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion

Preparation

In a heavy, deep saucepan, heat the oil to 360\u00b0F
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, beer, and Essence. Dip the pumpkin strips into the batter, letting the excess drip off. Fry in the oil until golden, turning to brown evenly, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and Essence.
For the sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and green onions.
Serve hot with the sauce.