Butter Prawn
Butter Prawns is a popular Malaysian dish that combines succulent prawns with a rich and flavorful buttery sauce. Here’s a simple Halal recipe for Butter Prawns:
Ingredients:
- 500g large prawns, cleaned and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for deep frying
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs curry leaves
- 2 bird’s eye chilies, sliced (adjust according to spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon condensed milk
- Salt and sugar to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Prawns:
- In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, turmeric powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the prawns evenly with the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or a deep pan. Fry the prawns until they turn golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic, curry leaves, and sliced bird’s eye chilies. Sauté until the garlic is fragrant and golden brown.
- Lower the heat and add condensed milk, stirring continuously.
- Season the sauce with salt and sugar to taste. Adjust according to your preference.
Combine Prawns and Sauce:
- Add the fried prawns to the sauce, tossing them to coat evenly.
- Ensure that the prawns are well-coated with the buttery sauce.
Serve:
- Transfer the Butter Prawns to a serving plate.
- Garnish with additional curry leaves and sliced chilies for presentation.
Enjoy:
- Serve the Butter Prawns hot with steamed rice or your favorite bread.
Feel free to adjust the spice level, sweetness, or saltiness according to your taste preferences. This Butter Prawns recipe is sure to be a hit, combining the richness of butter with the succulence of prawns.
