Step 1

Place 1/2 cup of shrimp in food processor and pulse till smooth. Chop the other 1/2 cup of shrimp into bite sized pieces.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup blended shrimp and 1/2 cup chopped shrimp, 1 tbsp flour, sesame oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper. On parchment paper shape shrimp into 2 patties (you can make this into an extra large patty if you feel like it). Cover patties with plastic wrap and place in fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (185 degrees C).

Step 4

Meanwhile, set up your dredging station with three small bowls. One containing a cup of flour, the other the beaten egg and lastly the cup of panko.

Step 5

Remove shrimp patties from fridge and coat with flour, then egg and lastly panko.

Step 6

Deep fry for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towel and season immediately with salt.

Step 7

Toast bun and shred lettuce.

Step 8

Build with bottom bun, shrimp patty, shredded lettuce and your choice of sauce (tartar sauce, thousand island etc.) and top bun.