Prawn (Shrimp) Pakoras

Name: Prawn (Shrimp) Pakoras
Ingredients: 1 kg medium raw prawns, peeled and roughly chopped; 1 medium red onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped; 1 large tomatoes, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground red chili pepper; 75 g besan flour (chick pea flour); 1/8 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda; salt; 2 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying)

11 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

1 kg medium raw prawns, peeled and roughly chopped
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
1 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground red chili pepper
75 g besan flour (chick pea flour)
1/8 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
salt
2 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Directions

1

Pulse prawns in food processor-they need to just come together not turn into a paste!
2

Combine the prawns and remaining ingredients except the oil.
3

Using a tablespoon, measure out approximately 30 balls.
4

Using damp hands, roll each portion into a ball; place on a plate, cover with cling film until ready to use.
5

Heat the oil in a wok or heavy based frypan.
6

Fry 6-8 balls at a time until golden brown all over.
7

Drain on paper towels.
8

Serve hot with tomato and mint chutney.