Description
Create your own Japanese culinary haven by mastering this authentic ama ebi recipe that combines both traditional and modern preparation techniques.
Sweet shrimp can be enjoyed in its purest form with this versatile ama ebi recipe. The heads become a crispy treat while the natural sweetness stays preserved in the shrimp. This preparation method ensures proper food safety standards.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs live spot prawns (ama ebi).
- 1/4 cup corn starch.
- 1.5 tsp salt.
- 1.5 tsp pepper.
- Ice water for chilling.
- Wasabi and soy sauce for serving.
Instructions
- Original Preparation
- Put on rubber gloves for handling.
- Carefully separate heads from tails.
- Rinse really well under cold water.
- Preparing the Body
- Remove shells while keeping tail fins attached.
- Place shrimp in ice water to enhance crunchiness.
- Pat dry before serving.
- Head Preparation
- Heat oil to 375°F.
- Mix cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Coat heads in the mixture.
- Fry for 2 minutes until crispy.
Notes
Serve ama ebi right after preparation to preserve its sweetness.
Black spots in the head indicate loss of freshness.
The shrimp’s texture should be firm, not slimy.
Proper freezing is essential for sushi-grade preparation to eliminate parasites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Asian