Ingredients
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- 8 jumbo sized prawns, shelled and deveined, tail on
- 5 tablespoons plain flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- Carefully cut a deep line along the underside of the prawns and bend it backwards to make it straight. Alternatively, you can cut a couple of slits along the belly
- Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt and pepper with water and stir to remove lumps. Pour in sesame oil and stir to combine
- Over medium high heat, heat up oil for deep frying and wait till it is hot to prevent sticking
- Using the tails as handles, dip the prawns in the batter until fully coated, leaving the tails untouched
- Deep-fry the prawns until golden brown in small batches
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins