Kerala Shrimp Curry
Cooked low and slow until the masala melds into the gravy, this prawn curry carries the unmistakable warmth of Kerala spices — black pepper, curry leaves, and coconut. Pair it with steaming rice and a crisp pappadam.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 1 Lb Shrimps Chemmeen
- 4 - Green chillies
- 1 nos Onion — finely chopped
- 2 nos Tomato — chopped
- 4 - Garlic pods — finely chopped
- 1/2 tbsp Tamarind extract
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp Coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds (Jeerakam)
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
- Curry leaves A, a few
- Salt, to taste
- Oil — for cooking
Preparation
Step 1
Warm the oil in a pan.
Step 2
Add cumin seeds, green chilies and garlic and sautT.
Step 3
Add the onions and cook until brown.
Step 4
Add tomatoes and let it cook in simmering heat.
Step 5
Add the tamarind extract. Let it Let it cook for 5 minutes.
Step 6
Add the garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder and allow them to blend with the mixture.
Step 7
Add the shrimps and salt.
Step 8
Close the lid and cook for about 15 minutes.
Step 9
Once it is cooked, turn off the heat.
Step 10
Garnish with cilantro leaves.
Step 11
Serve while still hot with rice.
Tip
The oil separating from the masala is your signal that the base is properly cooked. Do not add the main ingredient before you see those pools of oil on the surface.
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