Prawn Curry Andhra

Prawn Curry Andhra is a fiery, aromatic dish that showcases the rich culinary heritage of Andhra Pradesh. Made with succulent prawns simmered in a spicy and tangy sauce, this dish is both hearty and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Prawns - 300 grams, cleaned and deveined
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, pureed
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Curry leaves - a sprig
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; let them splutter.
2. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the pureed tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt; cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and mix well. Bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the cleaned prawns and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are pink and cooked through.
7. Add curry leaves and mix gently, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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