THE PICKLED CHILLI SURGE

(Our Play on Prawn Balchao)

THE PICKLED CHILLI SURGE

Ingredients: 400g King prawns (cleaned), 3 tbsp Malt vinegar, 1 tsp Sugar, 10 Dried red chilies (ground), 1 tsp Cumin powder, 1 tsp Turmeric, 2 Red onions (finely diced)...

Ingredients

  • 400g King prawns (cleaned)
  • 3 tbsp Malt vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 10 Dried red chilies (ground)
  • 1 tsp Cumin powder
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 2 Red onions (finely diced)

Cooking Method

  1. The Tang Grind chilies and spices with vinegar into a smooth, fiery paste.
  2. The Architect Sauté onions for 10 minutes until they are jammy and dark.
  3. The Bloom Add the vinegar paste and a splash of water; fry until the oil rises.
  4. The Marriage Toss in prawns; cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and fully coated in the pickle.
  5. The Finish Let sit for 5 minutes before serving for the flavors to deepen.

Cuisine: Indian

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