Description
Get ready to fall in love with these irresistible Crispy Chinese Salt & Pepper Prawns! This easy recipe transforms simple prawns into a bold, flavorful dish that crackles with crispiness and spice. Perfect for a quick dinner, weeknight treat, or special appetizer, these prawns are light yet satisfying, seasoned with the classic punch of garlic, chili, salt, and pepper. Whether you’re looking for fast food ideas, easy seafood recipes, or delicious dinner ideas, this dish will hit the spot. One bite, and you’ll be hooked on the crunchy coating and juicy prawns inside — it’s the kind of easy recipe that becomes an instant favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) large raw prawns, peeled and deveined (tails on optional)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 red chilies, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Optional: handful of green beans or snap peas, trimmed
Instructions
- Prepare the Prawns: Pat the prawns dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- Coat the Prawns: Toss prawns in a bowl with cornstarch, salt, and white pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the Prawns: Fry prawns in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
- Stir-Fry Aromatics: In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil. Stir-fry garlic, chilies, and green onions for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine: Add the prawns back to the pan. Toss everything quickly to coat evenly with the aromatics.
- Serve: Plate immediately while hot and crispy. Garnish with extra green onions or chilies if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes