Introduction

Welcome to this flavorful journey of preparing homemade prawn masala! This dish is a delightful blend of succulent prawns and aromatic spices that will tantalize your taste buds. Follow the simple steps below to create a delicious prawn masala dish right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

• 500g fresh prawns, deveined and cleaned
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 3 tomatoes, pureed
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 green chilies, sliced
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 teaspoons red chili powder
• 1 tablespoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Directions

1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies.
2. Saute until onions turn golden brown, then add turmeric, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Cook for a minute.
3. Add the pureed tomatoes and cook until oil separates from the masala.
4. Toss in the cleaned prawns and mix well. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the prawns are cooked through.
5. Season with salt and sprinkle garam masala. Stir to combine all the flavors.
6. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving hot with steamed rice or bread of your choice.