Ingredients
- 1 lb. medium-sized tiger prawns
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg, slightly beaten
- 1 cup ice cold water
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ½ cups flour
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Oil for frying
Batter:
Instructions
- Shell and devein prawns, leaving tails on. Sprinkle with salt and lemon juice. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, sift flour, baking powder, salt and pepper together. In another bowl, combine egg with cold water. Gradually add to the flour mixture, stirring to form a smooth paste.
- Put oil in a deep pan to a depth of 3 inches and heat to 375°F.
- Holding prawns by the tail, dip in a batter and deep fry a few pieces at a time 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve with sweet and sour sauce or ketchup.
- Enjoy!