Sweet and Sour Prawn

Crispy, golden shrimp balls tossed in a tangy-sweet sauce—this Sweet and Sour Prawns recipe is the perfect balance of crunch, heat, and umami. A quick and easy dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles!

For the Shrimp Mixture

• 2 cups shrimp, minced

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon corn flour

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1 egg

• 1 teaspoon cooking oil

For the Sauce

• ¾ cup ketchup

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

• ½ cup water

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• ¼ teaspoon salt

For Cooking

• 2 tablespoons cooking oil

• ½ cup red onion, sliced

• ½ cup cucumber, diced

• 4-5 green chilies, sliced

• 1 tablespoon corn starch

• 2 tablespoons water

For Garnish

• 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Shrimp Mixture

• Finely mince the shrimp and add it to a bowl.

• Mix in salt, pepper, soy sauce, corn flour, all-purpose flour, egg, and cooking oil.

• Stir until it forms a thick, dough-like consistency.

2. Fry the Shrimp Balls

• Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).

• Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the shrimp mixture and carefully drop it into the oil.

• Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on a paper towel.

3. Make the Sauce

• In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat.

• Sauté red onion for a minute, then add the fried shrimp balls, cucumber, and green chilies.

• In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth, then add it to the pan along with the sauce ingredients.

• Stir well and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the shrimp.

4. Serve and Garnish

• Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.

• Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Crispy, juicy shrimp coated in a bold, sweet, and tangy sauce—this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Let me know if you want any adjustments. 🍤🔥