Kyan Kyaw (crispy Garlic Prawn Pancakes)
Kyan Kyaw, also known as Crispy Garlic Prawn Pancakes, is a popular dish in Burmese Chinese cuisine. These savory pancakes are packed with flavor and perfect for a delicious appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
- 300g prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the prawns, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, egg, and water to make a smooth batter.
- Add the prawn mixture and chopped green onions to the batter and mix well.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Spoon the batter into the pan to form small pancakes and fry until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Remove the pancakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the crispy garlic prawn pancakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Mixing bowls Whisk Frying pan Spatula Paper towels
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Enjoy the crispy garlic prawn pancakes with a side of sweet chili sauce or soy sauce.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the pancakes to achieve a crispy texture.
Cost
$15