Malaysian Prawn Fritters with Crispy Seaweed

Crispy deep-fried prawn fritters served with finely shredded, flash-fried bok choi 'seaweed' garnished with roasted pine kernels.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 156 kcals 3120.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 7.9 grams 158.8 grams
Fat 11 grams 220.4 grams
Protein 7.3 grams 145.2 grams
Cook Time
45 mins
Produces
20 fritters
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
2
tsp
Dairy
2
piece
Eggs
beaten
GrainsCereals
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Coriander
ground
0.5
tsp
Turmeric
ground
2
tbsp
Coriander
fresh, finely chopped
1
tsp
1
g
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
1
tsp
Salt
for seaweed
50
g
Pine Kernels
lightly roasted
OilsFats
400
ml
Groundnut Oil
for deep-frying
900
ml
Groundnut Oil
for deep-frying
Seafood
450
g
Prawns
raw, shelled and de-veined
Vegetables
225
g
Bean Sprouts
fresh, rinsed
2
piece
Red Chillies
small, fresh, seeded and finely chopped
2
tbsp
Spring Onions
finely chopped
1.25
kg
Bok Choi
stalks separated from stems

Steps

  • Finely chop half of the prawns.
  • Mix chopped prawns with bean sprouts, flour, baking powder, chillies, spices, herbs, eggs, salt, and pepper.
  • Place one whole prawn on a spoonful of mixture and press together to set.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fat fryer or large wok.
  • Deep-fry fritters for 3 minutes until golden brown and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Separate bok choi leaves from the white stalks.
  • Wash leaves in cold water and dry thoroughly in a salad spinner.
  • Roll leaves tightly and shred into 5mm strips.
  • Spread strips on a baking sheet and dry in a 130°C oven for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  • Deep-fry greens in batches for 40 seconds until crisp and green, then drain.
  • Allow the crispy seaweed to cool.
  • Toss the crispy greens with salt and sugar.
  • Garnish with roasted pine kernels and serve.