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.

Prawn Prawn Masala
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

  1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  2. Stir in the ginger, garlic, and green chili, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the pureed tomato and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
  4. Sprinkle in the turmeric, red chili, coriander, and cumin powders. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Finish with garam masala and adjust salt to taste. Remove from heat.
  8. 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