Salt & Pepper Prawns

Ingredients

• 600g uncooked prawns, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup plain flour or rice flour
• 2 tbsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp ground chilli
• oil for frying

Method

Dry the prawns with kitchen paper.

Combine flour, salt, pepper, and chilli in a bowl. Coat the prawns in the mixture, shaking off any excess.

Heat 2cm of oil in a wok to 180 degrees. Cook the prawns in batches for 1-2 minutes, or until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.

Sprinkle on a little extra salt and pepper if desired, and serve.

Source

David Herber - The Perfect Cookbook