How to make Goan prawn curry

Ingredients

1 kg fresh prawns, peeled and deveined 

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 

1 teaspoon mustard seeds 

1 teaspoon cumin seeds 

2-3 dried red chillies, broken into pieces 

1 onion, finely chopped 

3 cloves garlic, minced 

1-inch piece ginger, grated 

2 tomatoes, finely chopped 

1 tablespoon tomato paste 

1 teaspoon turmeric powder 

1 teaspoon red chilli powder 

1 teaspoon coriander powder 

1 teaspoon garam masala powder 

Salt to taste 

Juice of 1 lemon 

1 cup coconut milk 

Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish 

Instructions

Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dried red chillies. Sauté for a few seconds until the seeds start to crackle.

Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the pan and sauté for a few minutes until the onion turns translucent.

Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan and cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes are soft.

Add the turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, and salt to the pan. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.

Add the prawns to the pan and stir to coat them with the masala.

Add the coconut milk and lemon juice to the pan and bring the curry to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the prawns are cooked through.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Variations

You can add curry leaves to the pan along with the onion and garlic for extra flavor.

You can use fresh coconut milk instead of canned coconut milk.

You can add other seafood like mussels or squid along with the prawns.

Tips

Use fresh and juicy prawns for the best results.

Make sure to cook the prawns just until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.

Let the curry rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend together.

Serve the curry hot with steamed rice or roti.

conclusion

Goan Prawn Curry is a delicious and flavorful dish that is easy to make at home. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can create a restaurant-quality curry that will impress your family and friends. So, try this recipe and enjoy the taste of Goa in your own kitchen.