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Vietnamese Prawn Crackers (Bánh Phồng Tôm) Recipe

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These crispy prawn crackers are a popular snack in Vietnam, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Vietnamese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Deep Fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 200 g prawns peeled and deveined
  • 200 g tapioca starch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 cup water

Instructions
 

  • 1. Blend prawns into a smooth paste.
  • 2. Mix prawn paste with tapioca starch, salt, sugar, and white pepper in a bowl.
  • 3. Gradually add water to form a dough.
  • 4. Roll dough into a log and steam for 30 minutes.
  • 5. Let it cool, then slice thinly.
  • 6. Dry slices in the sun or a dehydrator until completely dry.
  • 7. Deep fry the slices until they puff up and turn golden.

Notes

Make sure the slices are completely dry before frying to get the best puff.

Nutrition

CALORIES: 150kcalCARBOHYDRATES: 30gPROTEIN: 5gFAT: 1gCHOLESTEROL: 30mgSODIUM: 300mgPOTASSIUM: 50mgFIBER: 1gSUGAR: 1gVITAMIN A: 50IUVITAMIN C: 2mgCALCIUM: 20mgIRON: 1mg
Keyword Bánh Phồng Tôm, Prawn Crackers
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