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Crispy Coconut Prawns

Just as unique is its preparation, so is the way it is served. Prawns dipped in spicy coconut milk, coated in spiced desiccated coconut and deep-fried. It is then served with pineapple-chilli sauce. A great starter which will be much appreciated by all prawn lovers.

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Main ingredientsCoconut milk, Desiccated coconut, Prawns, Refined flour, Crushed black peppercorns, Garlic powder, Onion powder, Smoked paprika powder, Panko breadcrumbs
CuisineFusion
CourseStarters
Prep time10-15 minutes
Cook time10-15 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of cookingEasy
OthersNon vegetarian

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup coconut milk
  • ½ cup desiccated coconut
  • 12-16 medium prawns, shelled and deveined with tails in tact
  • 2 tablespoons refined flour (maida)
  • Crushed black peppercorns to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika powder
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Oil for deep frying
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Fresh basil sprigs for garnish
  • Pineapple chilli sauce for serving

Method

  1. Take coconut milk in a bowl, add refined flour, crushed peppercorns and salt and whisk well.
  2. Take desiccated coconut in another bowl. Add salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika powder and panko breadcrumbs and mix well.
  3. Dip the prawns in coconut milk mixture and roll in desiccated coconut mixture.
  4. Heat sufficient oil in a kadai. Slide the prawns, a few at a time, and deep fry till golden brown and crisp. Drain on absorbent paper.
  5. Transfer into serving plate, garnish with lemon wedges, basil sprigs and serve hot with pineapple chilli sauce.
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