MONSOON SALT AND PEPPER WHOLE PRAWNS

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Monsoon Salt and Pepper Whole Prawns image

Provided by Linda Wells

Categories     dinner, project, main course

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound whole fresh prawns, preferably with heads
1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
2 teaspoons white peppercorns
2 whole small dried chili peppers
4 tablespoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon five-spices, preferably homemade (see note)
1 teaspoon sugar
4 cups peanut oil
1/4 cup coarsely chopped coriander leaves

Steps:

  • Rinse the shrimp. Dry thoroughly and set aside.
  • Combine the three peppers in a small skillet and heat, shaking, until the Sichuan peppercorns begin to smoke. Remove from the heat and grind to a coarse powder in a spice grinder. Combine with the salt, five-spices and sugar. Set aside half of the mixture for another time.
  • Heat four cups of peanut oil in a wok until nearly smoking. Fry the prawns quickly and remove to drain with a large slotted spoon or skimmer.
  • Heat a dry wok to smoking. Add the prawns and, while tossing them vigorously, sprinkle them very liberally with the salt and pepper mixture. This should take another 30 seconds or so. Turn off the heat, toss quickly with the coriander and serve hot.

Mulindwa Kevin
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These prawns are the perfect party food. They're easy to make and everyone loves them.


ItZ BonY
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great appetizer or main course.


Sikhululekile Skhu
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me. Next time, I'll use less cayenne pepper.


Elenne Diarra
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was surprised to find that I actually enjoyed it. The prawns were cooked perfectly and the salt and pepper seasoning was just right.


Azzie W
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover prawns. I had some prawns that were about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. They turned out great!


Cyborg Dev
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I'm allergic to prawns, so I can't personally vouch for this recipe. But my friends who have tried it say it's delicious.


Rana Fareed
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves prawns. They are easy to make and taste amazing.


Oluwatosin Zainab Yusuf-Akinyemi
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These prawns were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. My family loved them.


Cabdikhadar Kooshin
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I found this recipe to be a bit too bland. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better. Overall, it's a good recipe, but it needs a little bit more seasoning.


Sabir Hassan
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I'm not a big fan of prawns, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The prawns were tender and juicy on the inside, and the salt and pepper seasoning was perfect. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Faith Farren
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These prawns were a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and crispy texture. I will definitely be making them again.


Ridoy Don
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I've recreated this dish several times, and it never disappoints. The prawns always come out crispy and flavorful. I especially enjoy the zesty flavor of the lemon-pepper seasoning.