Crispy Chinese Salt & Pepper Prawns for Irresistible Crunch

Crispy Chinese Salt & Pepper Prawns are a delightful and easy dish that perfectly showcases the essence of Chinese cuisine.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 prawns

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Prawns

500 grams large prawns peeled
100 grams cornstarch or rice flour for gluten-free

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon salt sea salt preferred
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 teaspoon chili flakes adjust to taste

For Aromatics

4 cloves garlic fresh minced
2 stalks green onions chopped

Equipment

deep pan or wok
Mixing Bowl
slotted spoon
paper towels

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by cleaning and deveining the large prawns, rinsing under cold water and patting them dry with a paper towel.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Whisk until blended.
Dredge the prepared prawns in the coating mixture, ensuring they are completely covered.
In a deep pan or wok, heat enough oil to reach about two inches in depth over medium-high heat.
Carefully add prawns to hot oil in small batches, frying each batch for about 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp.
In the remaining oil, sauté minced garlic and chopped green onions for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Combine fried prawns with sautéed garlic and green onions in the pan, tossing gently to coat evenly.

Nutrition

Serving: 4prawnsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately to enjoy the ultimate freshness and crispiness of the prawns.

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