Sticky Honey Prawns | Easy Chinese Restaurant Classic | Everyday Gourmet 2026

Justine’s Chinese Honey Prawns is a throwback to one of Australia’s most beloved and nostalgic Chinese restaurant classics. Golden crispy battered prawns are glazed in a rich sticky honey sauce to create this moreish dish. Justine shares her professional tips for a perfectly light and crispy batter every single time, making this iconic dish completely achievable for any home cook.

Full Recipe: https://everydaygourmet.tv/recipes/chinese-honey-prawns

Ingredients:
500g large prawns, peeled and deveined, tail intact
1 cup self-raising flour
¼ cup cornflour
1 egg
1 cup soda water, chilled
Oil, for deep frying

Honey Glaze
¼ cup honey
1 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp white vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil

To Serve
Sesame seeds, to garnish
2 spring onions, finely chopped

Method:
Combine the self-raising flour and cornflour, then add a pinch of salt.

Make a well in the centre and whisk in the egg, then add the soda water until you have a smooth batter with a consistency similar to thick cream. Don’t overmix.

Preheat oil in a wok or pot to 180°C.

Dip the prawns into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Deep-fry for 2–3 minutes, until golden and crisp. Drain well on a rack or paper towel.

In a wok, combine the honey, soy sauce, vinegar and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add the fried prawns and toss quickly until evenly glazed.

Serve immediately, sprinkled with sesame seeds and spring onions.

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