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.

Crispy Fried Shandong Style Prawns

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

  1. Pat the prawns dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix the cornstarch, salt, and white pepper.
  3. Dip each prawn into the beaten eggs, then coat with the cornstarch mixture.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the prawns in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Remove the prawns with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  7. 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