Ingreadient

• ½ pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ¼ cup diced water chestnuts
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro leaves
• ½ cup finely sliced green onions, plus more for garnish if desired
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger root
• 1 anchovy filet
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon asian fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce, or more to taste
• 1 egg white
• ½ teaspoon white sugar
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 pinch salt
• 4 thick slices white bread
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed