Prawn Crackers

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Ingredients

200 grams	raw prawns, peeled and deveined
1 cup	tapioca flour
1 teaspoon	salt
1 teaspoon	sugar
1 teaspoon	white pepper
1 tablespoon	water
—	vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. 1 In a food processor, blend the prawns until a smooth paste forms.
2. 2 In a mixing bowl, combine the prawn paste, tapioca flour, salt, sugar, white pepper, and water. Mix until a dough forms.
3. 3 Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.
4. 4 Shape the dough into a log about 1 inch in diameter.
5. 5 Wrap the log in plastic wrap and steam it for 30 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.
6. 6 Once cooled, slice the log into very thin rounds, about 1-2 mm thick.
7. 7 Lay the slices on a baking sheet and let them dry in a warm, dry place for 1-2 days until completely dried and brittle.
8. 8 Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
9. 9 Fry the dried slices in batches until they puff up and turn light golden brown, about 10-15 seconds.
10. 10 Remove the prawn crackers with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
11. 11 Serve the prawn crackers as a snack or appetizer.