Torched Pumpkin Strips

Ingredients

• 2 pounds yellow pumpkin, peeled and seeds removed, cut into 1/2-inch by 3-inch strips
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups dark beer
• 1 tablespoon Emeril's Essence, plus more for dusting, recipe follows
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Salt
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme