Prawn Curry Malabar Style Fry

Prawn Curry Malabar Style Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the coastal essence of Kerala to your table. With succulent prawns cooked in a rich blend of spices and coconut, it's a high-protein delight that pairs perfectly with rice or naan.

Ingredients

• Prawns (cleaned and deveined) - 300 grams
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 inch piece
• Green chilies (slit) - 2
• Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Curry leaves - 10 leaves
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander (chopped) - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add chopped tomato and cook until soft and mushy.
5. Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder; mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
6. Add the cleaned prawns and salt; stir to combine and cook for about 5 minutes until the prawns turn pink.
7. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
8. Add garam masala and curry leaves; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the curry thickens slightly.
9. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 16 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Coconut milk contains healthy fats that support heart health.

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