Prawns in Coconut Curry

Ingredients list for Prawns in Coconut Curry

• 250 grams Prawns (kolambi/jhinga) , peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 8 - 10 Curry leaves
• 1/2 inch Ginger , finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons Garlic , chopped
• 1 medium Onion , finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• to taste Crushed black peppercorns
• to taste Salt
• 2 teaspoons Fresh coriander leaves , chopped
• for garnish Fresh coriander sprig

Method

1. Heat coconut oil in a non-stick pan, add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add
   curry leaves, ginger and garlic, mix and saute for 1 minute. Add onion, mix and sauté till translucent.
2. Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder and crushed peppercorns, mix and saute for
   1-2 minutes.
3. Add prawns, mix and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add salt, mix and cook for 4-5 minutes.
4. Add coconut milk, mix and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add coriander leaves and mix well.
5. Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot garnished with a coriander sprig.