The supermarket was busy with lots of passersby busily going about their shopping. But all it took was the fragrance of the first prawn dish, lemon grass prawn, cooking, and people slowed down. Many stop and tasted the dish and commented favorably on the quality of the “Pelago” prawns. Several proceeded to buy a box to take
home. If you want to know more about “Pelago” prawns, hop over to there
website.
I will be doing another cooking demo next Sunday, 3rd
February between 2pm to 4pm at Carrefour Subang Jaya. So if you would like to
taste the “Pelago” prawns, do drop by and you will be pleased. The taste and texture comes closer to lobster but its best for you to be the judge. Oh and see me in action which is also free for now. That way you can catch me before I am hauled away by the food network in the sky to become the next Anna Olsen LOL! (Tell me, should I get one of those tall chef hats?)
Actually after tasting "Pelago" prawns last Sunday, I became convinced that fresh frozen prawns can be as tasty as fresh prawns, something my hubby and I have argued about. He says that fresh frozen processors can deliver better quality because the time between harvesting and processing is so short. So I bought a 700g packet home yesterday. It cost RM29.90. I think the price is very reasonable for premium quality prawns. I used some of them to bake a puff pastry for lunch. It was delicious and, as promised, its time to share with my friends. So here goes:
Roasted pepper, basil, ginger prawn puff round
Ingredient for sauce:
Juice of a medium orange
zest of the orange
1 medium
shallot, finely minced
1 tsp finely minced ginger
12 medium basil leaves, chopped coarsely
1/4 tsp light soy
sauce
1 teaspoon
sesame oil
1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
Method:
Whisk together all the ingredients and add prawns to marinate for 15 minutes.
Ingredients:
1 puff pastry block of your favorite brand
The filling:
1 cup of orange, basil, ginger sauce (see recipe above)
12 marinated "Pelago" prawns, remove shells and devein
1 large sweet pepper, roasted
1 lemon cut into 4 wedges
4 or 5 medium whole leaves basil'
4 cups mozarella cheese, shredded
Method:
Lay pepper pieces on a baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil and roast for approx. 15 minutes until just tender at 200 degrees C. Let it
cool and remove the skin. Cut roasted pepper into 2 inches wide strips.
Cut pastry into 4 even quarters, roll out each to a disc approx 6 inches in diameter. Lay the pastry rounds on a lined baking sheet, spread centre with sauce, leaving ¾ in border all round. Top with cheese, roasted peppers, basil leaves and raw prawns. Brush puff pastry with beaten egg. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 190 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes or until prawn is cooked and pastry is golden brown.
, RM30 for 700g is not that expensive considering that fresh big prawns are almost 50bucks and its also coming to cny time. Nw we can call you Chef QP :)
ReplyDeleteEsther, go stock up some for CNY. Please don't call me chef. I am not even near:D
DeleteAgree with Esther, Chef QP!
ReplyDeleteLately, I'm into frozen seafood too for the same reason that your QL stated. Thanks for sharing, CHEF!
hahaha, you guys stop pulling my leg. OUCH!!
DeleteI have always considered you at the TOP of the Chef food chain! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Lois, you are so kind to say that.
DeleteIt sounds like you had a lot of fun. I think some sea food is better frozen but I am not convinced that all of it is better. Take care Diane
ReplyDeleteHi Diane, you are back:D Will pop over to your blog to see your beautiful photos. XOXO
DeleteCongrats! You're anytime better than many of the chefs around - like how many people are the best in their field even though they may not have the formal paper qualification. Like I always said, those are mere pieces of paper - may be useful as a passport to get a job but how well one does at the job will depend on oneself individually. That puff looks good...
ReplyDeleteArthur, I agree with you about paper qualification. Thanks for always shower me with encouragement. How can I not strive to do better when all my friends are so supportive?
DeleteWhat a great little puff pastry! Tasty!
ReplyDeleteThanks yummychunklet.
DeleteQuay Po on cooking demo again, yeah! Love the prawn puff pastry, my son will surely ask for more and more cheese to the filling, haha! Have you finished doing the CNY shopping?New clothes, new shoes, freezer packed with seafood?
ReplyDeleteJessie, I stop shopping for new clothes and shoes for CNY long time ago. At our age, we shop when we want to and wear new clothes when we feel like it. Cannot wait for CNY lah! hahaha This year, I don't even shop for ingredients to cook the reunion dinner because my eldest nephew is hosting the dinner at a very nice restaurant. He said he wants to give me break:D Nice ha?
DeleteWell done, Quay Po! Wish I was there to catch you in action. I will check out the frozen prawns. You do look like a qualified chef in that nice uniform :)
ReplyDeleteNo worries Phong Hong, knowing that you would want to be there is good enough.
Deletecongrats! I should get your signature before you become the next Anna Olson! ;)
ReplyDeletemissed this Sunday so I will try next Sunday to see you live in action. btw, I have used frozen prawns before and they are good cos I am told that they are frozen as soon as they are caught, so they are infact very fresh and sweet.
hahaha Yen, come, come, I will give you my signature anytime. Hope to see you this coming Sunday.
DeleteHELLO Quay Pooooo!!!! Hehehe it has been ages since I last commented but I can't help but to tell you howwww cute and professional u look behind that counter/stove/wok/pan lol! Now im craving for some fresh juicy prawns!! Xoxo
ReplyDeleteHi Cheryl, nice to see you here again. Hugs.
DeleteQuay Po I can almost smell the beautiful prawn and lemon grass! I'm sure that the people in the supermarket were very pleased!!! Good luck with your cooking demo experience! It sounds fun.
ReplyDeleteOh yes, lemon grass are some of my favorite food ingredients. The aroma is so intoxicating.
DeleteWill you be in Singapore too for demo? If yes, I'm looking forward to meeting you :)
ReplyDeleteI go to Singapore to visit my friends there but not for demo:D The next time I am there, will give you a thinker so we can meet for lunch or tea.
DeleteIt's an honour to meet you! Looking forward :)
DeleteThanks cquek.
ReplyDeleteLove the prawn puff pastry. I have had both fresh and frozen prawns and I think frozen is fine in cooking but prefer fresh to have cold with shells on.
ReplyDeleteThanks Magnolia. Me too love prawns with shells on"D
Deletewhat a lovely recipe, love the photos and you looked great in the chef's uniform too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ken:D
DeleteA delicious recipe, I think I will make it tonight. PS totally go for the embroidered smock!
ReplyDeleteGood, hope you post your version and let me know how you like the taste.
DeleteWow! A chef now huh! You look great! I would love to see you demonstrating if I have the time to go there and maybe grab some delicious sample:D Your prawn pastry looks delicious:D
ReplyDeleteNot a chef, just a home cook wearing a chef uniform...LOL! Do your boys like prawns, if they do, this is a good one to make for them:D
Deletewow chef ;p you look really good in the first picture, and i'm sure those customers were swayed by your delicious cooking!
ReplyDeleteThans Janine:D They customers were swayed by the prawn itself. They are good quality and affordable.
Deletewow, looks like you're really on your way to become the next anna olson! i find you cute in that uniform :)
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