Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
300 g

Prawns

de shelled

2 sprig

Curry leaves

1 inch

Ginger

chopped

1 inch

Cinnamon Stick

1 unit

Raw Mango

diced

1 unit

Cardamom Pods

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 unit

Onion

chopped

0.5 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

1 tsp

Vinegar

1 unit

Lemon juice

4 cloves

Garlic

chopped

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 cup

Coconut milk

Step 1
~5 min

Marinate the prawns with turmeric powder and lemon juice for 30 minutes.

Step 2
~5 min

Grind the onion, fresh coconut, and curry leaves into a smooth paste with water.

Step 3
~5 min

Heat oil in a kadai (wok) and add whole spices.

Step 4
~5 min

Add ginger and garlic and sauté until softened.

Step 5
~5 min

Add ground coconut-onion paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.

Step 6
~5 min

Add marinated prawns and raw mango, mixing with the masala.

Step 7
~5 min

Add coconut milk, salt, chilli powder, and vinegar.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring the curry to a boil.

Step 9
~5 min

Add water to adjust consistency if needed.

Step 10
~5 min

Boil on low heat for 10 minutes until prawns and mango are cooked through.

Step 11
~5 min

Check seasoning and adjust as needed.

Step 12
~5 min

Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot with steamed rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli powder to your preferred spice level.

Use fresh coconut milk for the best flavor.

Marinating the prawns helps to keep them tender.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Curry base can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or roti.

Accompanied by a side of raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Urulai Kizhangu Puli Thokku (Potato Tamarind Relish)
Cucumber Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Commonly made during mango season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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