Crisp Fried Prawns in Kadaifi Pastry with Harissa and Preserved Lemon Salsa

Golden-brown prawns wrapped in crunchy kadaifi pastry, served with a spicy salsa of harissa, preserved lemon, and fresh coriander.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 455.1 kcals 1820.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 36.5 grams 145.8 grams
Fat 28.1 grams 112.5 grams
Protein 16.1 grams 64.2 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
200
g
Kadaifi Pastry
ready-made
CondimentsSauces
2
piece
Preserved Lemons
skin only, drained and finely chopped
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon
juice only
NutsSeeds
0.5
bunch
Coriander
finely chopped
0.5
bunch
Coriander
fresh, finely chopped
OilsFats
45
ml
1
unit
Vegetable Oil
for deep frying
Seafood
16
piece
Prawns
cooked, peeled but tails left on
Vegetables
1
piece
Red Onion
finely chopped
2
piece
Tomatoes
peeled, seeds removed, finely chopped
1
handful
Rocket
to serve

Steps

  • Pound coriander and olive oil in a mortar to a pesto consistency and coat prawns in mixture.
  • Cut pastry into 12 equal pieces of 10cm and wrap tightly around prawns.
  • Heat a deep fat fryer to 170°C.
  • Fry prawns in batches until golden-brown, then drain on kitchen paper and keep warm.
  • Combine onion, tomatoes, preserved lemon, harissa, lemon juice, and coriander to make the salsa.
  • Rest the salsa for 15 minutes before serving with the prawns and rocket.