Prawns Lollipop

Directions

  1. 1Peel and devein the prawns, leaving the tails on.
  2. 2Chop the prawns into smaller pieces for easy blending.
  3. 3Cut the ends of the prawn tails for a lollipop shape.
  4. 4Add coriander, green chilies, garlic cloves, and ginger to a blender and blend until finely chopped.
  5. 5Add the chopped prawns to the blended mixture in the blender.
  6. 6Blend the prawns with the herb mixture until a paste is formed.
  7. 7Transfer the prawn paste to a plate.
  8. 8Add cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, chili flakes, white pepper, breadcrumbs, and a squeeze of lemon juice to the prawn paste.
  9. 9Mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
  10. 10Form small balls from the mixture.
  11. 11Insert a prawn tail into each ball to create a lollipop shape.
  12. 12Dip each prawn lollipop into beaten egg.
  13. 13Coat each prawn lollipop with breadcrumbs.
  14. 14Deep fry the prawn lollipops in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
  15. 15Remove the fried prawn lollipops from the oil and place them on a plate.
  16. 16Serve the prawn lollipops garnished with fresh coriander.

Ingredients

  • Prawns
  • Coriander
  • Green chilies
  • Garlic cloves
  • Ginger
  • Cumin powder
  • Turmeric powder
  • Salt
  • Chili flakes
  • White pepper
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Lemon juice
  • Eggs

Equipment

KnifeCutting boardBlenderBowlsSpatulaPanTongs

Tips

  • If you like it spicy, increase the green chilies.
  • Don't forget to squeeze a few drops of lemon juice and dip in a green chutney before eating them.