Prawns Masala

Ingredients :

Fresh prawns – ½ kg

Onions – 1, big size, finely chopped

Ginger – 1” piece, finely chopped

Garlic – 10, crushed

Coconut – ½ cup, freshly scrapped

Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

Red chili powder – 2 tsps

Tamarind paste – 1 tbsps

Mustard Seeds – ½ tsp

Small onions/ Chinna Ulli – 10, sliced

Curry leaves – 2 sprigs

Salt to taste

Oil – 2 tbsp

Preparation method :

1. Take a thick-bottomed vessel, mix tamarind paste, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, chopped onions, ginger- garlic and salt, along with required amount of water.

2. Mix everything together well.

3. Bring to boil and cook in reduced heat for 8-10 minutes.

4. Once the prawns are half cooked, add the coconut scrapings.

5. Cook till the prawns are cooked and allow all the water to evaporate and the prawns become dry.

6. Heat the oil in a pan.

7. Add the mustard seeds, wait until the mustard starts crackling & add the sliced small onions and curry leaves.

8. Fry till the onions turn golden brown.

9. Add this seasoning to the prawns and sauté for 6-8 minutes.

* Switch off the stove and Serve hot.