Deirdre had an answer for a weekend swirling in conflict, for kinetic and legal. Her answer was prompted by news about another disaster overseas, and a reason to concentrate on nutrition. Southern-Fried Prawns are a delicious and crispy treat to remedy the needs of watch-standers, drop-bys and sleep-overs at the Socotra House the Creative Section. It is perfect for watch turn-overs, drop-bys and sleep-overs in between shoot ups a world away.

Locally, we are immersed in Lawfare and rhetoric. Some of us are unhappy with the court ruling declaring our recent redistricting referendum unconstitutional. And therefore Void. Some of the unhappy are calling for violent protest, so there is the potential for trouble here as well as abroad.

Miles did not have a big headline this morning except for one troubling note we have nee expecting as a consequence of the Hormuz blockade. We accurately predicted Iran would be reaching the end of their storage capacity this week. There have been all sorts of stories of filling up even long disabled vessels in an effort to catch it all.

But it appears the inevitable has arrived. They are dumping oil into the Gulf. Their consequences are an environmental disaster, since if they stop the flow, they damage the wells. So we have another disaster on our hands. Deirdre had an answer. Enjoy seafood while we can. There is a lot going on!

This recipe was a crowd pleaser for afternoon or eve watch shifts depending on activity. It combines fresh, succulent prawns with a flavorful, seasoned coating that fries up to golden perfection. The prawns are first marinated in buttermilk to tenderize and infuse them with flavor, then coated in a spiced flour mixture before being deep-fried to crispy, crunchy excellence. These make a great appetizer, snack, or main dish when served with a side of one of Deirdre’s slaw recipes showed last week. Or over white rice from the steamer with a side dipping sauce of spicy remoulade. Whether you’re hosting a party, monitoring a conflict or attempting to justify a free meal, this is the one or those on the ramparts.

Southern-Fried Prawns are sure to be a hit.

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