Deep-Fried Lotus Root with Sesame Seeds

• 6 cm (2½ in) lotus root
• sunflower oil, for deep-frying
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Peel and halve the lotus root, then slice into 6 mm (¼ in) pieces. Soak in water for 5 minutes, then drain. Dry the lotus root on paper towels. In a small saucepan, heat a 2 cm (¾ in) depth of oil to about