Fried Prawn Cutlets
Crispy golden prawn cutlets with a spicy kick, served with green chilies and a squeeze of lemon. A quick and satisfying snack or light meal.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 300 g prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 large egg
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 lemon lemon wedges
- 250 ml vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 300g prawns dry and chop them roughly. In a bowl, mix the prawns with the 2 chopped green chilies and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- 2
Shape the prawn mixture into 4 flat, oval cutlets. Beat the 1 egg in a shallow dish and spread the 100g breadcrumbs on a plate.
- 3
Dip each cutlet into the beaten egg, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat the 250ml vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Fry the cutlets in batches without crowding, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 5
Drain the cutlets on paper towels. Serve hot with the lemon wedges and extra green chilies on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Shallow dish
- Plate
- Paper towels
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