Prawn Masala Fry
Prawn Masala Fry is a flavorful Indian dish that features succulent prawns marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and fried to perfection. This dish is not only delicious but also high in protein, making it a perfect dinner option for health-conscious food lovers.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Indian
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Prawns - 300 grams, cleaned and deveined
- Onion - 1 medium, finely sliced
- Tomato - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 inch piece, grated
- Green chili - 1, slit
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
- Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Oil - 2 tablespoons
- Coriander leaves - for garnish
Steps
- In a bowl, marinate the cleaned prawns with turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili to the pan. Sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and the oil begins to separate from the mixture.
- Add the marinated prawns to the pan and stir well to coat them with the spice mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the prawns are cooked through and pink.
- Sprinkle garam masala over the prawns, mix well, and cook for an additional minute.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving. Serve hot with rice or roti.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 32 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
- Total Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
Tags
IndianHigh ProteinDinner