Goong Tod Kratiem Prik Thai (Prawns Fried with Garlic and White Pepper)

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Ingredients

• 8 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
• 2 tablespoons tapioca flour
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
• ¼ cup vegetable oil, divided, or as needed
• 1 pound whole unpeeled prawns, divided