Chemmeen Muringakka Thenga Curry | Prawns Drumstick Coconut Curry
Rich, fragrant, and full-bodied — this prawn curry gets its depth from slow-cooked shallots and a careful balance of chilli heat and tang. Serve with appam, rice, or porotta.
Ingredientsfor 6 servings
- 15 nos Prawn
- 2 nos Drumstick
- 2 nos Tomato
- 3 nos Green chilly
- 1/2 tsp Fenugreek seeds (Uluva)
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
- 1 tsp Red chilly powder
- 11/2 tsp Coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 cup Coconut — grated
- 2 nos Shallots
- Curry leaves, a few
- 11/2 cup Water
- 2 tbsp Oil
Preparation
Step 1
For preparing the Dish, first take all the ingredients and set aside.
Step 2
Heat the oil in a clay pot and allow to crackle mustard and fenugreek seeds. Add chopped tomato, slit green chilly and cook for a minute.
Step 3
Add prawns, chilly powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt to taste and Let it cook for 2 minutes.
Step 4
Pour 1 cup of water and let it boil.
Step 5
When it is half done add drumsticks and cook till done.
Step 6
Grind grated coconut with shallots to form a smooth paste. Mix it with the curry.
Step 7
When it starts to boil, turn off the heat.
Step 8
Serve Chemmeen Muringakka Thenga Curry with rice or with any of your favorite accompaniments.
Tip
Taste the gravy before adding the main ingredient. It should be well-seasoned and balanced on its own — the protein or vegetable will dilute it slightly.
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