Hey everyone! If you’re craving a crispy, spicy, and totally delicious seafood dish, then you have to try these Crispy Chilli Prawns. The best part? They are made in just 8 minutes with my trusty air fryer! These prawns are perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor from the garlic and gochugaru. Whether you’re looking for a quick appetizer or a tasty meal, these prawns are sure to impress. Let’s dive into how you can make these crispy little bites of heaven!
Method
To begin, prep the prawns by washing, deveining, and patting them dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Place the prawns in a bowl and add the soy sauce, garlic granules, and gochugaru (or red chili powder). Mix everything together thoroughly, ensuring that each prawn is evenly coated with the flavorful seasoning. The soy sauce adds a savory depth, while the gochugaru (or chili powder) will give the prawns a mild heat and vibrant color.
Next, move on to the coating process. Set up a breading station by placing plain flour on one plate, beaten egg in a small bowl, and panko breadcrumbs on another plate. For each prawn, start by dipping it into the flour, ensuring it’s lightly coated. Then, dip the floured prawn into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the prawn in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs stick to the prawn. Repeat this process with all the prawns.
Now it’s time to cook the prawns. Preheat your air fryer to 190°C (374°F) and lightly spray the air fryer drawer with oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the breaded prawns in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each one to ensure they cook evenly. Give the prawns a quick spray with oil on top for extra crispiness. Set the air fryer to cook for 8 minutes. At the halfway point, gently shake the basket or turn the prawns over to make sure they crisp up evenly on both sides. Once the prawns are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer.Finally, garnish and serve. For an extra touch of flavor and color, garnish the prawns with fresh chillies and cilantro (optional). Serve them hot, accompanied by a tangy sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy these crispy, flavorful prawns as a delicious snack, appetizer, or main course!
Necessary Tools
- Air fryer
- Small bowl for egg
- Small plate for flour
- Small plate or bowl for panko
- Knife (for deveining prawns)
- Measuring spoons
- Tongs or spatula for handling prawns
Crispy Chilli Prawns : A Quick and Delicious Treat!
Cuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Easy3
servings5
minutes8
minutes13
minutesIngredients
16 Raw king prawns, washed, deveined, and patted dry
1 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tsp Garlic granules
1/2 tsp Gochugaru or red chili powder
For the coating
Panko breadcrumbs (on a plate or bowl)
Plain flour (on a plate)
1 egg, beaten in a small bowl
Directions
- Start by adding the cleaned and deveined prawns to a bowl. Add the soy sauce, garlic granules, and gochugaru (or red chili powder). Mix everything together well, making sure the prawns are coated in the flavorful seasoning.
- To coat the prawns, first dip each prawn into the plain flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat them with panko breadcrumbs. Make sure the panko is pressed in well so it sticks to the prawns. Repeat this for all the prawns.
- Preheat your air fryer and spray the drawer with a light coat of oil to prevent sticking. Place the prawns into the air fryer, making sure there’s some space between each one. Give the prawns a quick spray with oil on top. Set your air fryer to 190°C (374°F) and air fry for 8 minutes. Halfway through cooking, shake the drawer or turn the prawns over to ensure even crispiness.
- Once the prawns are golden and crispy, carefully remove them from the air fryer. Garnish with fresh chillies and cilantro (optional), and serve with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce. Enjoy these crispy, flavorful prawns hot and fresh!
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer: Make sure there’s enough space between the prawns to allow for even cooking and crispiness.
- Monitor the cooking time: Every air fryer is a little different, so keep an eye on your prawns as they cook. If they’re golden brown and crispy before the time is up, you can remove them early.
- Be gentle with the coating: Press the panko breadcrumbs gently but firmly to ensure they stick to the prawns without falling off during cooking.
Serving Suggestions
- Sweet Chili Sauce: Serve these crispy prawns with a tangy, sweet chili sauce for dipping.
- Rice: Pair these prawns with some steamed jasmine or basmati rice for a complete meal.
- Salad: A light, fresh salad with cucumber and mixed greens is a great side to balance the spiciness.
- Wraps: Add the prawns to a wrap with some veggies and a drizzle of sauce for a delicious lunch.
Fun Fact
Did you know that prawns are an excellent source of protein and low in calories? They are also packed with important vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, iodine, and selenium, which are all great for your overall health!
Conclusion
These Crispy Chilli Prawns are the perfect blend of crunchy, spicy, and flavorful. They’re quick and easy to make, especially with the help of the air fryer, and they’re perfect for any occasion whether as an appetizer, snack, or main course. The combination of crispy coating, savory prawns, and spicy kick is guaranteed to leave you craving more. Enjoy these prawns with your favorite dipping sauce and sides for a satisfying meal. Happy cooking!
