Hawaiian Recipes ~ Kataifi and Macadamia Nut Crusted Prawns

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Ingredients :

• 8 jumbo black tiger prawns, shelled and cleaned
• 8 bamboo skewers
• salt and pepper
• 2 tspn lemon juice
• salad oil for deep frying
• ¼ cup flour
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp finely chopped macadamia nuts
• dash of sugar
• 1 egg
• ½ cup water
• 1 box kataifi (shredded filo dough)
• salad greens

Preparation & Cooking Instructions :

1. Skewer prawns lengthwise, from head to tail. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with lemon juice.
2. Heat oil to 350°F.
3. In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, nuts, sugar, salt and pepper to taste, egg, and water. Add more water, if necessary, to make a medium batter.
4. Dip prawns in batter, then wrap in some of the kataifi.
5. Deep fry prawns in hot oil until golden brown; drain.
6. Place on a bed of salad greens. Serve with Pineapple Vinaigrette. Makes 4 appetizer size servings.
7. For pineapple vinaigrette : In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup pineapple juice, 1 tbsp white vinegar, 1 tbsp catsup, 2 tbsp sugar, a dash of salt, and dash of hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil; lower heat and simmer for a few minutes. Cool.