Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
250 g

Prawns

Cleaned

1 cup

Coconut milk

1 tsp

Tamarind Paste

1 sprig

Curry leaves

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

0.5 tsp

Methi Seeds (Fenugreek Seeds)

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

3 unit

Pearl onions (Sambar Onions)

1 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

1 tsp

Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder

1 tsp

Salt

1 tsp

Lemon juice

3 tsp

Mustard oil

0.75 cup

Fresh coconut - grated

1 tsp

Ginger

chopped

2 tsp

Garlic

chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

0.5 tsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

1 tsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

Step 1
~5 min

Wash and clean the prawns.

Step 2
~5 min

Marinate the prawns with turmeric powder, red chilli powder, salt, and lemon juice for 30 minutes.

Step 3
~5 min

Extract coconut milk by pouring boiling water over grated coconut and straining.

Step 4
~5 min

Grind the coconut, ginger, garlic, green chillies, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder into a paste.

Step 5
~5 min

Fry the marinated prawns in mustard oil for 3-4 minutes and set aside.

Step 6
~5 min

Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds to the same pan with oil. Once they splutter, add curry leaves, dry red chillies, and onions.

Step 7
~5 min

Fry the onions until lightly browned, then add the ground masala paste.

Step 8
~5 min

Sauté the masala for 5-6 minutes, or until oil separates.

Step 9
~5 min

Add salt and tamarind paste and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

Add the fried prawns and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour in the coconut milk, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 12
~5 min

Cover the curry to trap the aroma before serving.

Step 13
~5 min

Serve hot with steamed rice and raita.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli powder to your spice preference.

For a richer flavor, use freshly squeezed coconut milk.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Curry can be made a day ahead; flavors deepen overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or appam.

Serve with a side of raita or kachumber salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kerala Parotta
Raita
Vegetable Thoran

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala, India

Cultural Significance

Part of Kerala's coastal cuisine known for seafood and coconut-based dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Onam
Vishu
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Quick Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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