53. Sweet & Sour Prawns

Description: Sweet & Sour Prawns is a renowned classic in Chinese cuisine. The tantalizing dish features a colorful array of fresh, succulent prawns that are lightly battered and then deep-fried till crisp. They are then bathed in a vibrant, tangy-sweet sauce that strikes a perfect balance between acidity and sweetness. Hints of fresh peppers and pineapples impart an exquisite punch of flavor, making it an absolute palate pleaser.

Fun Fact: Despite its universal popularity in Chinese restaurants worldwide, Sweet & Sour Prawns actually have regional variations in China. In Cantonese cuisine, ketchup is usually added to give the sauce a bright red color and extra sweetness. Meanwhile, in Northeastern China, an area known for its preference for sour flavors, vinegar is used as the primary ingredient of the sauce.