24 lg Prawns
1 c Flour
3 ts Baking powder
1 c Cornstarch
1/2 ts Salt
Egg;beaten
1 c Ice water
2 ts Vegetable oil
Peanut or vegetable oil

Shell and devein the prawns, leaving the tails on. Sift flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt into a mixing bowl. Beat in egg, water and 2 T. of oil. Make a stiff batter. Heat 2" of oil in a large electric skillet - (375 degrees). Dip the prawns in the batter and fry in hot oil until golden brown, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Arrange on serving platter in a circle with the tails pointing outward.