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Spicy Indian Goan Prawn Curry with Kokum

Name: Spicy Indian Goan Prawn Curry with Kokum
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g prawns, peeled and deveined; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 6 dried red chilies, soaked in warm water; 3 tbsp coriander seeds; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1/2 cup grated coconut; 1 tsp black peppercorns; 4 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp coconut oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste; 1 cup coconut milk; 5 kokum petals, soaked in warm water; Salt to taste

This Goan prawn curry is a tantalizing mix of spice and tang, bringing the essence of Indian coastal cuisine to your table.

4.3(957 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 23, 2025

Spicy Indian Goan Prawn Curry with Kokum — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

25 min

Cook

1 h 15 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Prawns

For the Curry Paste

For the Curry

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 24.83 g
Carbs: 15.3 g
Fat: 16.45 g
Fiber: 3.83 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1119 kcal
Protein: 99.3 g
Carbs: 61.2 g
Fat: 65.8 g
Fiber: 15.3 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
500g prawns peeled and deveined	400	90	0	5	0
1/2 tsp turmeric powder	5	0.2	1	0.2	0.5
1/2 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
6 dried red chilies soaked in warm water	20	1	5	0.2	1.5
3 tbsp coriander seeds	60	2	11	3.5	5
1 tsp cumin seeds	8	0.4	1	0.5	0.5
1/2 cup grated coconut	140	1.3	6	13	4
1 tsp black peppercorns	6	0.2	1.5	0.1	0.6
4 cloves garlic	20	0.8	4.5	0.1	0.5
2 tbsp coconut oil	240	0	0	28	0
1 large onion finely chopped	60	1.8	14	0.2	3
1 tsp ginger-garlic paste	5	0.1	1.2	0.1	0.2
1 cup coconut milk	150	1.5	6	15	0
5 kokum petals soaked in warm water	5	0	1	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These nutritional estimates are for guidance only and not for dietary healthcare.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Prawns

1
Rinse Prawns
Rinse the prawns under cold water.
2
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine prawns with turmeric and salt.
3
Marinate
Marinate for 15 minutes.

Preparing the Curry Paste

1
Blend Ingredients
In a blender, add soaked red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, grated coconut, peppercorns, and garlic.
Tip: Ensure chilies are deseeded to balance spice levels. Toast spices lightly before blending for more aroma.
2
Blend to Paste
Blend into a smooth paste, adding water if necessary.
3
Set Aside
Set aside the curry paste.

How to Make Spicy Indian Goan Prawn Curry with Kokum

Total time: 1 h 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Sauté the Onions
Heat coconut oil in a pan, add chopped onions and fry until golden brown.
2
Cook the Curry Paste
Add ginger-garlic paste, followed by the curry paste. Cook for 5-7 minutes until oil separates.
3
Simmer with Coconut Milk
Pour in coconut milk and add kokum petals. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add marinated prawns and cook till done.