Description
Crispy, salty, and just the right amount of spicy, these Chinese salt and pepper prawns are an explosion of flavors, perfect for satisfying seafood cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) large prawns, peeled and deveined (tails on)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-2 red chilies, finely chopped
- 3 green onions, finely sliced
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Clean the prawns under cold running water and pat them dry with a paper towel to prevent excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, all-purpose flour, white pepper, black pepper, salt, and Chinese five-spice powder.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Test the oil temperature by dropping a small amount of the coating mix into the oil.
- Dredge each prawn in the coating mixture and fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- In another pan, sauté minced garlic, chopped red chilies, and green onions over low heat until fragrant.
- Toss the fried prawns with the sautéed aromatics and serve hot, garnished with extra green onion if desired.
Notes
Use fresh prawns for the best flavor and texture. Experiment with the level of spice by adjusting the number of red chilies.