Spicy Indian Goan Prawn Curry with Kokum
A traditional seafood delight bursting with flavors
This Goan prawn curry is a tantalizing mix of spice and tang, bringing the essence of Indian coastal cuisine to your table.
- 1 h 15 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Prawns
For the Curry Paste
For the Curry
Preparation
Marinating the Prawns
Rinse Prawns
Rinse the prawns under cold water.
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine prawns with turmeric and salt.
Marinate
Marinate for 15 minutes.
Preparing the Curry Paste
Blend Ingredients
In a blender, add soaked red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, grated coconut, peppercorns, and garlic.
Ensure chilies are deseeded to balance spice levels. Toast spices lightly before blending for more aroma.
Blend to Paste
Blend into a smooth paste, adding water if necessary.
Set Aside
Set aside the curry paste.
Cooking Process
Sauté the Onions
Heat coconut oil in a pan, add chopped onions and fry until golden brown.
Cook the Curry Paste
Add ginger-garlic paste, followed by the curry paste. Cook for 5-7 minutes until oil separates.
Simmer with Coconut Milk
Pour in coconut milk and add kokum petals. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add marinated prawns and cook till done.
Plating & Serving
Spicy Indian Goan Prawn Curry with Kokum
Spicy Indian Goan Prawn Curry with Kokum
Serving
Serve hot with steamed rice or bread, garnished with fresh coriander.