By Devi Poojari
October 12, 2023
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When you’re craving fried food and want to try something different, these crispy prawns are the perfect tropical treat to enjoy with a beverage or even a cocktail.
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250 grams medium prawns, cleaned 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 eggs 8 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs 8 tablespoons desiccated coconut 3 tablespoons plain flour Oil, for frying Salt, to taste
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Combine the breadcrumbs and coconut in a dish and set aside.
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Sprinkle the garlic powder, pepper and salt over the prawns and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
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Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl after which you can individually dredge each prawn with flour.
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Dip it in the egg and coat generously with the breadcrumb-coconut mixture on all sides.
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Dust off any excess and allow it to sit on a wire rack as you wait for the oil to heat up.
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Gently drop each prawn into the hot oil and fry for a couple of minutes, until golden-brown.
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Remove from the oil and place on kitchen towels, before serving hot with a chilli-garlic aioli.
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