Crispy Prawn Fry

There’s nothing quite like the combination of a gentle monsoon drizzle and a plate of hot, crispy fried snacks. Whether it’s beguni, aloo chop, peyaji, or phuluri, these golden delights become even more irresistible during the rainy season. Paired with a steaming cup of tea, crispy fritters have long been a cherished part of Bengali teatime traditions. They are perfect for family gatherings, casual conversations, or serving guests, while their tempting aroma fills every home with the warmth and joy of the monsoon.

This season, add a delicious twist to your rainy-day menu with Crispy Prawn Fry—a crunchy, flavorful appetizer featuring succulent prawns coated in aromatic spices and fried to golden perfection. Quick to prepare and irresistibly tasty, it's sure to make your monsoon evenings even more memorable.

Ingredients

• 500 g medium-sized prawns, cleaned and deveined

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp Shalimar's Chef Spices Red Chilli Powder

• ½ tsp Shalimar's Chef Spices Black Pepper Powder

• ½ tsp Shalimar's Chef Spices Turmeric Powder

• 2 tbsp cornflour

• 1 tbsp rice flour

• 1 egg, beaten

• Salt, to taste

• Shalimar's Sunflower Oil, for deep frying

  
  

Method

Clean and devein the prawns thoroughly. In a mixing bowl, combine the prawns with the ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, Shalimar's Chef Spices Red Chilli Powder, Shalimar's Chef Spices Turmeric Powder, and salt. Mix well and marinate for 20 minutes.

Add the cornflour, rice flour, Shalimar's Chef Spices Black Pepper Powder, and the beaten egg to the marinated prawns. Mix until each prawn is evenly coated with the batter.

Heat Shalimar's Sunflower Oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium heat. Carefully fry the prawns in batches until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside while remaining tender and juicy inside.

Remove and drain on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Serve hot with lemon wedges, mint chutney, or your favorite dipping sauce for a deliciously crisp appetizer that's perfect for monsoon evenings or any special occasion.