Salt-and-Pepper Prawns

Ingredients for Salt-and-Pepper Prawns

• 675g shell-on large prawns

• 3 tablespoons cornflour

• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

• 240ml vegetable oil

• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, ground

• 1 Fresno chilli, thinly sliced, seeds removed if desired

• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves with tender stems

How to make Salt-and-Pepper Prawns

Using kitchen shears, cut along the backs of prawns through shells and just deep enough to expose veins; remove veins. Pat prawns dry. Whisk cornflour, black pepper, and 3/4 teaspoons salt in a large bowl; add prawns and toss to coat.

Heat oil in a large skillet over mediumhigh heat. Working in 2 batches, fry prawns until golden, crisp, and cooked through, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to paper towels and let drain, then toss in a medium bowl with Sichuan peppercorns and remaining 3/4 teaspoons salt. Add chilli and coriander to bowl and toss to combine.

Disclaimer

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