Bánh Phồng Tôm Recipe (Vietnamese Prawn Crackers)

Step 1

Start by pouring your cooking oil into a pan and heating it up. The quantity should be sufficient to fry 12 - 15 prawn crackers at a time.

Step 2

Once the oil reaches the right temperature, add your prawn crackers to the pan. Keep a close eye on the crackers and make sure to flip them regularly.Frythe crackers on medium heat for around 2 - 3 minutes or until they've fully expanded and are evenly puffed up. Once done, use a pair of tongs to remove the crackers one by one.

Step 3

Placing them onto a plate lined with paper towels to help absorb any excess oil.

Step 4

Arrange the crackers on a microwave-safe plate. Space them out and keep some distance between each piece.

Step 5

Microwave the crackers for 2 minutes on high power.

Step 6

Allow the crackers and the plate to cool off a little before taking them out. Use tongs or wear an oven mitt to prevent burning your hands accidentally.

Step 7

Toss the prawn crackers with a little olive oil.

Step 8

Arrange the crackers onto the air fryer's basket, spacing them out.

Step 9

Air fry them for 3 minutes at 400℉ (about 200℃).