Crispy Hot Honey Lemon King Prawns

Method

1. 01
   Step 1Season the prawns

   Place prawns in a bowl. Season with white pepper, chicken powder, salt, and garlic powder.

   PrawnsWhite pepperChicken bouillon powderSaltGarlic powder
2. 02
   Step 2Add egg and coating

   Crack one egg into the prawns. Add cornstarch and custard powder. Mix well to coat the prawns.

   Note

   Custard powder adds color and a subtle sweetness to the batter

   EggCornstarchCustard powder
3. 03
   Step 3Coat in flour

   Dredge the coated prawns in all-purpose flour until fully covered.

   All-purpose flour
4. 04
   Step 4Fry the prawns

   Heat 500 ml vegetable oil in a wok or deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the prawns until golden and crispy. Remove and drain.

   Vegetable oil500 ml of 500 ml
5. 05
   Step 5Make the sauce

   In the same wok, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Add chili oil to taste, honey to taste, and lemon slices. Squeeze a little lemon juice over everything. Bring to a boil.

   Vegetable oil1 ml of 500 mlChili oilHoneyLemon
6. 06
   Step 6Toss and serve

   Add the fried prawns to the sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately over lettuce or rice.