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.

Kyan Kyaw (crispy Garlic Prawn Pancakes)

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

  1. In a bowl, mix the prawns, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, egg, and water to make a smooth batter.
  3. Add the prawn mixture and chopped green onions to the batter and mix well.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Spoon the batter into the pan to form small pancakes and fry until golden and crispy on both sides.
  6. Remove the pancakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  7. 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