Crispy Fried Prawns With Aioli
- 10m Prep Time
- 10m Cook Time
- 40m Ready In
Crispy beer-battered prawns served with aioli. Quick to prepare and fry, perfect as an appetizer or main.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 250 g plain flour
- 4.93 ml baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch paprika
- 250 ml beer
- 30 large red prawns (jumbo shrimp) peeled and de-veined, with the tips of the tails left on
- vegetable oil for deep-frying
- aioli to serve
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 8 of 9 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 245 mg
- Iron: 4.5 mg
- Magnesium: 68 mg
- Phosphorus: 219 mg
- Potassium: 844 mg
- Zinc: 1.33 mg
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 2 large eggs
- 250 g plain flour
- 4.93 ml baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch paprika
- 250 ml beer
Prepare
- 30 large red prawns (jumbo shrimp), peeled and de-veined, with the tips of the tails left on
- vegetable oil, for deep-frying
- aioli, to serve
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 250g (scant 2 cups) plain flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt, and 1 pinch paprika until combined. Gradually whisk in 250ml (1 cup) beer until the batter is smooth. Cover the bowl with cling film and let rest in a warm place for 20 minutes.
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Step 2.
While the batter rests, prepare the prawns: peel and de-vein 30 large red prawns (jumbo shrimp), leaving the tips of the tails on. Pat them dry with paper towels.
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Step 3.
After the batter has rested, pour vegetable oil into a deep, heavy saucepan to a depth of at least 5cm (2 inches) for deep-frying. Heat the oil to 190°C/375°F, or until a cube of bread dropped in browns in 30 seconds.
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Step 4.
Working in batches of no more than 5 prawns at a time, hold each prawn by the tail, dip it into the batter to coat evenly, and carefully lower it into the hot oil. Fry for about 1 minute until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked prawns to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining prawns.
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Step 5.
Serve the crispy fried prawns hot with aioli for dipping.