Dairy-Free Crispy Prawn Cakes

Dive into a burst of flavor and texture with these Dairy-Free Crispy Prawn Cakes—a delectable seafood dish that’s both light and satisfying. Made with succulent minced prawns, fresh spring onions, fragrant coriander, and a hint of lime zest, these golden-brown patties are gluten-free-friendly thanks to the use of rice flour and cornstarch. A touch of sesame oil and soy sauce adds depth, while the optional red chili brings a subtle kick for spice lovers. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, these crispy prawn cakes are pan-fried to perfection, making them irresistibly crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve them hot with sweet chili dipping sauce or a squeeze of fresh lime for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a unique dairy-free main course. Perfect for seafood enthusiasts and ideal for entertaining, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams raw prawns, peeled and deveined
• 2 pieces spring onions, finely chopped
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 30 grams fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 piece red chili, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 piece lime, zest only
• 60 grams rice flour
• 20 grams cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 200 milliliters vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Place the peeled and deveined prawns in a food processor. Pulse until the prawns are finely minced but still have a little texture.

Step 2

Transfer the minced prawns to a large mixing bowl. Add the finely chopped spring onions, minced garlic, chopped coriander leaves, chopped red chili, and lime zest.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, mix the rice flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Add the dry mixture to the prawn mixing bowl. Then add the soy sauce and sesame oil. Mix everything together thoroughly until all the ingredients are well combined.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter each. You should be able to make approximately 8-10 patties.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of bread into the oil. It should sizzle vigorously.

Step 7

Fry the prawn cakes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the prawn cakes from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve immediately with a side of sweet chili dipping sauce or a wedge of lime.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(914.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2683.8

Total Fat 216.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 945mg	0%
Sodium 4714.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 129.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 445.6mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1768.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.0%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 11.3%