Crispy Fried Prawns with Salt and Pepper (椒盐虾)
椒盐虾 (Crispy Fried Prawns with Salt and Pepper) is a classic dish from Liaoning Cuisine, known for its simple yet flavorful seasoning and crispy texture.
Ingredients
- 12 large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Pat the prawns dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and five-spice powder.
- Coat the prawns in the cornstarch mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the prawns in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat and sauté the green onions, garlic, and red chili until fragrant.
- Toss the fried prawns in the aromatic mixture until well coated.
- Transfer to a serving plate and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
Supplies
Wok or frying pan Paper towels
Tools
Tongs Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the crispy fried prawns with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the prawns are thoroughly dry before coating them with the cornstarch mixture to achieve maximum crispiness.
Cost
$15