Prawn and Sweetcorn Pancakes Recipe

Name: Prawn and Sweetcorn Pancakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 -10 medium uncooked prawns, peeled and deveined; 2 spring onions, finely sliced; 1 long red chile, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon coriander leaves, roughly chopped; ½ cup plain flour; ¼ cup cornflour; 2 medium eggs, beaten; ½ cup corn kernel; vegetable oil (for cooking); 150 g creme fraiche or 150 g sour cream; smoked salmon, to serve; 1 lime, quartered

Servings: persons

8 -10 medium uncooked prawns, peeled and deveined
2 spring onions, finely sliced
1 long red chile, finely chopped
1 tablespoon coriander leaves, roughly chopped
½ cup plain flour
¼ cup cornflour
2 medium eggs, beaten
½ cup corn kernel
vegetable oil (for cooking)
150 g creme fraiche or 150 g sour cream
smoked salmon, to serve
1 lime, quartered

1
Finely chop prawns and place in a bowl.
2
Add spring onions, chilli and coriander; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3
Sift flours into a separate bowl.
4
Add 150ml cold water and eggs and whisk until smooth.
5
Stir in prawn mixture and corn kernels.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
The mixture should be the consistency of thick cream.
8
Grease a non-stick frying pan with oil and preheat over moderate heat for 2-3 minutes.
9
Ladle spoonfuls of batter into pan enough to form a pancake about 7.5cm in diameter.
10
Cook for 2-3 minutes or until underside is golden.
11
Using a spatula, flip pancake and cook for a further minute or so before turning out.
12
Repeat with remaining batter.
13
You may need to adjust the heat as you cook the batter reduce it after the first few batches.
14
Keep pancakes warm in the oven on a low heat, covered with a cloth until all batter is cooked.
15
Serve warm with sour cream, smoked salmon and a lime wedge.

265

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 -10 medium uncooked prawns, peeled and deveined, 2 spring onions, finely sliced, 1 long red chile, finely chopped, 1 tablespoon coriander leaves, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Prawn and Sweetcorn Pancakes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Prawn and Sweetcorn Pancakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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