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How to Make Prawn Crackers

By Rhonda Parkinson, About.com Guide

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Heating the Oil for Deep-frying

Heating Oil for FryingRhonda Parkinson
Heat the oil to deep-fry the prawn chips (prawn crackers) to 360 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 182 degrees Celsius). To find out if the oil is hot enough, either 1) use a deep-fry thermometer to test the temperature, or 2) place a cooking chopstick or a wooden spoon upright in the middle of the wok (as shown in the photo). If bubbles start forming around the chopstick or wooden spoon immediately, the oil is ready.

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