Prawn Prawn Masala
Prawn Prawn Masala is a rich and flavorful Indian seafood dish that combines succulent prawns with a robust and aromatic spice blend. This high-protein dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a quick yet satisfying meal.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Indian
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Prawns - 300 grams, cleaned and deveined
- Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Tomato - 1 medium, pureed
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
- Garlic - 1 tablespoon, minced
- Green chili - 1, slit
- Coconut milk - 100 ml
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish
- Oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - to taste
Steps
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the ginger, garlic, and green chili, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the pureed tomato and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
- Sprinkle in the turmeric, red chili, coriander, and cumin powders. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the cleaned prawns to the pan, stirring gently to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the prawns are fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Finish with garam masala and adjust salt to taste. Remove from heat.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
- Total Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.
Tags
IndianHigh ProteinSeafood Dish