Sesame Crunch Sticks

Directions

1. 1
   In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
2. 2
   Add the butter; pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
3. 3
   Transfer to a medium bowl; stir in the buttermilk and 1 cup of the sesame seeds until the mixture forms a dough.
4. 4
   Divide into quarters; wrap in plastic.
5. 5
   Chill 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
7. 7
   In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, sugar, and soy sauce.
8. 8
   Transfer one piece of dough to a lightly floured work surface; roll out into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick.
9. 9
   Use a sharp knife or pizza wheel to cut the rectangle into strips about 3/8 inch wide and 10 inches long.
10. 10
    Brush the strips with egg mixture; sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup sesame seeds.
11. 11
    Arrange the strips on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
12. 12
    Bake until just golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
13. 13
    Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
14. 14
    Repeat with remaining dough.
15. 15
    Combine all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed.
16. 16
    Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container, and place in the refrigerator, covered, until ready to serve, up to 5 days.
17. 17
    Serve chilled or at room temperature.