Salted Egg Prawn Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Clean and devein the prawns, leaving the tails intact.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Coat the prawns in the mixture.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a pan and fry the prawns until they turn golden brown. Set aside.
• STEP 4.In another pan, melt butter and add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
• STEP 5.Add curry leaves and chili padi, and stir-fry for a minute.
• STEP 6.Add the salted egg yolks and cook until they become creamy.
• STEP 7.Return the prawns to the pan and toss them in the salted egg yolk sauce.
• STEP 8.Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to clean and devein the prawns properly to remove any grit or dirt.
• Coating the prawns in cornstarch helps to give them a crispy texture when fried.
• Adjust the amount of chili padi according to your spice preference.
• For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of evaporated milk to the salted egg yolk sauce.

Storage and Serving

• Salted Egg Prawn is best served immediately while it is still hot and crispy.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the prawns in a pan or oven to maintain their crispy texture before serving.