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Pok Pok Southern Thai Fried Prawns Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1tknob (about 1/2 oz.) fresh (or frozen) turmeric, peeled, cut into rounds (about 1 Tbsp.
4tlarge garlic cloves, crushed
1 lemongrass stalk, trimmed, tough outer leaves removed, bottom 4' thinly sliced (about 2 Tbsp.)
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
1 pound uncooked giant prawns or colossal shrimp, peeled keeping tails intact, deveined
Palm or vegetable oil
Directions:
Directions:
Smash turmeric, garlic, lemongrass, and 1 tsp. salt in a mortar with a pestle until a rough paste forms, 3–4 minutes.

Combine prawns and turmeric mixture in a medium bowl. Stir well, rubbing mixture into prawns. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.

Pour oil into a wok or a large nonstick skillet to a depth of 1/2". Heat oil over medium heat until deep-fry thermometer registers 300°. Season prawns with salt; add to wok. Fry, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly golden, 4–6 minutes.

Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to a platter. Skim crispy bits from oil and spoon over prawns. Serve with Coconut Rice.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4-6
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
From Andy Ricker, Pok Pok

 

 

 

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