Deep-Fried Prawns with Pesto and Saffron Mayonnaise

Crispy battered tiger prawns served with fresh homemade basil pesto and a rich, fragrant saffron-infused garlic mayonnaise.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1422.6 kcals 2845.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 92.8 grams 185.6 grams
Fat 96.3 grams 192.5 grams
Protein 39.2 grams 78.4 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
50
g
Parmesan
grated
1
piece
Egg
free-range
1
piece
Egg Yolk
free-range
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
cut into wedges
GrainsCereals
Liquids
NutsSeeds
1
to taste
1
to taste
Black Pepper
freshly ground
2
clove
Garlic
peeled
2
handful
Basil
fresh leaves
75
g
1
clove
Garlic
crushed
1
pinch
Saffron
soaked in 15ml warm water
1
tbsp
Parsley
chopped fresh
OilsFats
300
ml
Vegetable Oil
for deep frying
2
tbsp
200
ml
Vegetable Oil
for mayonnaise
Seafood
10
piece
Tiger Prawns
raw, peeled, tails left on
Vegetables
2
piece
Spring Onion
finely chopped

Steps

  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep saucepan until a bread cube sizzles.
  • Whisk 150g self-raising flour and 100ml sparkling water with salt and pepper into a batter.
  • Coat prawns in 50g plain flour, dip in batter, and deep fry for 6-8 minutes until golden.
  • Blend all pesto ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
  • Mix the egg, egg yolk, vinegar, mustard, and garlic with seasoning in a bowl.
  • Slowly whisk 200ml vegetable oil into the egg mixture until thick.
  • Stir in spring onions, saffron with its liquid, and parsley.
  • Serve prawns on a plate with pesto, mayonnaise, and lemon wedges.