Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Spicy tangy prawns chilly

Prawns is my all time favorite sea food!! And, I always try something new recipe for prawns. It tastes still better when had the next day :P 

To marinade:
Red chilly powder 3 tbsp, Black pepper powder 1 tbsp, Turmeric powder ½ tbsp, Garam masala ½ tbsp,3 tbsp corn flour , little curd, Salt as needed

For the gravy:
Onions 2 big, chopped, Green chilly 3 nos, finely chopped, Ginger 2 tbsp chopped, Garlic 2 tbsp chopped, Curry leaves few, Red chilly powder 1 small tbsp, Turmeric powder ¼ tbsp, Tomato 2 big chopped, black peppercorns 10 nos, tamarind pulp 2-3 tbsp, coriander leaves a fistful finely chopped, oil 2-3 tbsp, Salt as needed

Marination:
Wash and pat dry the prawns (50 medium) well. Marinate prawns with red chilly powder, turmeric powder, pepper powder, garam masala, 3 tbsp corn flour , little curd and salt for about 15-20 minutes.
  • Shallow fry the prawns for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain excess oil onto paper and set aside. In the same pan, add chopped ginger, garlic, green chilly and  finely chopped curry leaves. Saute this for about 3-4 minutes and then add sliced onions. Saute the onions until they turn golden brown.
  • Next add red chilly powder and turmeric powder. Mix well and add chopped tomatoes. Cook this until tomatoes are a little blended along the content.
  • Now add the tamarind pulp. Add salt and cook until 70% of moisture is evaporated.
  • Next add the fried prawns, mix well with the masala and cook covered for 5 minutes at medium heat. Crush around 8-10 whole pepper and add to the prawns and mix to combine. Turn off flame and garnish with coriander leaves.
  • Serve with rice or chappathi....Enjoy!!!


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