Deep Fried Prawns with Salt and Pepper

By Praveen Kumar

A easy to make starter recipe where Prawns are tossed in a egg and flour mixture, deep fried and salt and pepper sprinkled on them.
Deep Fried Prawns with Salt and Pepper

Ingredients:
Prawns – 250 gms, peeled, deveined
Egg Whites – 1 to 2, lightly beaten with 1 tsp water
Flour – 1/2 cup
Sea Salt – 1 tsp
Black Pepper Powder – 1/2 tsp
Oil for deep frying
Lime Wedges – few, to serve
Spring Onions – little, to garnish (optional)

Method:
1. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium flame.
2. Add red chilli powder to the flour and mix well.
3. Dip the prawns in the egg mixture and then in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
4. Add to the hot pan and deep fry for a minute or until golden and crisp.
5. Remove and drain excess oil.
6. Sprinkle sea salt and pepper powder.
7. Serve with a dipping sauce and lime wedges.

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Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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