INGREDIENTS
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14-18 extra large shrimp, peeled and de-veined
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4-6 slices of thick-cut bacon, chopped (you could use spicy pork sausage instead)
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pinch of red pepper flakes
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2 small cloves garlic, minced
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1 shallot, minced
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sea salt and white pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp rice flour, for very light dredging
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splash of rice vinegar, for deglazing
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*low-sodium chicken broth or water, plus more if needed (see note)
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*brown sugar, to taste (see note)
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jar of Chinese BBQ sauce (any brand)
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toasted white sesame seeds, for garnish
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2 chopped scallions, for garnish
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canola oil
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1 cup water
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1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
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2 tbsp heavy cream
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super tiny pinch of baking powder (less than ? tsp)
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Pinch of cayenne pepper
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Pinch of onion powder
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Pinch of paprika
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pinch of granulated garlic
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½ cup stone-ground grits
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1-2 tbsp softened cream cheese (optional)
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2 to 3 tbsp butter
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sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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squirt of freshly-squeezed lemon juice (optional)