Crispy Fried Shandong Style Prawns
Crispy Fried Shandong Style Prawns is a classic dish from Shandong Cuisine, known for its fresh and delicate flavors. This recipe combines the succulent taste of prawns with a crispy coating, creating a delightful dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 500g large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Pat the prawns dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, mix the cornstarch, salt, and white pepper.
- Dip each prawn into the beaten eggs, then coat with the cornstarch mixture.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the prawns in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove the prawns with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Wok or deep frying pan Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Shallow dish
Serving suggestions
Serve the Crispy Fried Shandong Style Prawns with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of Chinese five-spice powder to the cornstarch mixture before coating the prawns.
Cost
$15