Prawn Curry – Quick & Easy Recipe

Step 1: Season the Prawns

In a bowl, combine prawns with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp tamarind powder, and 1 tsp black pepper. Mix well to coat the prawns evenly and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare Vegetables

Chop 1 large onion into small pieces. Slice 1 large tomato. Slit 3-4 green chilies lengthwise.

Step 3: Sauté Aromatics

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add 2 tbsp chopped garlic and 1 tbsp chopped ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until they turn golden brown and fragrant.

Step 4: Cook Onions and Tomatoes

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 2 minutes until it becomes translucent. Then, add the sliced tomato and sauté for another 2 minutes until it softens and breaks down.

Step 5: Add Spices

Add 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp tamarind powder, 2 tsp chili powder, and 1 tsp salt to the pan. Mix well with the sautéed vegetables and cook for 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant and the oil begins to separate from the mixture.

Step 6: Simmer Gravy

Pour 1 cup of water into the pan and stir to combine with the spice mixture. Bring the gravy to a boil, then cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 7: Add Prawns and Chilies

Uncover the pan and add the seasoned prawns and the slit green chilies to the simmering gravy. Stir gently to ensure the prawns are submerged in the sauce.

Step 8: Cook Prawns

Cover the pan again and cook for 5 minutes until the prawns are fully cooked through, turning opaque and pink.

Step 9: Finish with Cream

Stir in 2 tbsp of coconut cream or milk into the curry. Mix well and let it simmer for another minute.

Step 10: Garnish and Serve

Remove the pan from heat. Garnish the Prawn Curry with freshly chopped coriander leaves. The Prawn Curry is now ready to serve hot with rice or bread.

• Do not overcook prawns as they can become rubbery.

• Adjust chili powder to your spice preference.

• Add other vegetables like bell peppers or okra.

• Use fish instead of prawns for a fish curry.