Best 3 Keralan Prawn Curry Recipes

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The vibrant state of Kerala, located along India's southwestern coast, boasts a rich culinary tradition that has garnered international acclaim. Among its many celebrated dishes, the keralan prawn curry stands out as a masterpiece of flavors and textures. This delectable dish showcases the harmonious blend of fresh prawns in a thick, aromatic coconut-based gravy, infused with a symphony of spices and herbs that create a tantalizing symphony of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef looking to expand your culinary repertoire or a home cook seeking an authentic taste of Kerala, this guide will take you on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for an unforgettable keralan prawn curry.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KERALA STYLE PRAWN CURRY RECIPE BY TASTY



Kerala Style Prawn Curry Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cooking oil, fenugreek, turmeric, asafoetida, mustard seed, dried curry, fresh king prawn, coconut milk, water, salt, pepper, lime, onion, red chili, ginger, garlic

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 teaspoon fenugreek
½ teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon asafoetida
1 teaspoon mustard seed
12 leaves dried curry
2 lb fresh king prawn
1 cup coconut milk
¼ cup water
salt, to season
pepper, to season
1 lime, juiced
1 onion, chopped
1 red chili
⅔ cup ginger
4 cloves garlic

Steps:

  • In a food processor, blitz the onion, chili, ginger and garlic together to make a paste. Set aside.
  • In a large pan, heat the oil over a medium heat.
  • Add the fenugreek, turmeric, asafoetida, mustard seeds, and curry leaves to the pan, and fry for a couple of minutes.
  • Add the paste and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the prawns and water. Cook until they start to turn pink.
  • Pour in the coconut milk, salt, pepper, and lime juice, and cook for another few minutes.
  • Serve with parathas, naan bread, and rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 51 grams, Sugar 3 grams

KERALA PRAWN CURRY



Kerala prawn curry image

Warm up the coldest day with a creamy coconut milk curry - it's got quite a kick!

Provided by Roopa Gulati

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Supper, Treat

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 red chillies split, cut into quarters lengthways and seeded
1 small red onion , chopped
2.5cm piece of fresh root ginger , peeled and chopped
1 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil
1 tsp black mustard seed
½ tsp fenugreek seeds
14 curry leaves , fresh or dried
½ tsp turmeric
½ tsp cracked black peppercorns
250g jumbo prawns , leave some with their tails on if you like
150ml reduced-fat coconut milk
a squeeze of lime
chopped fresh coriander , plus a sprig or two
freshly boiled basmati rice

Steps:

  • In a food processor, blitz the chillies, onion and ginger with 3 tbsp water into a smoothish paste - you may need to scrape it down the sides.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy pan or wok. When hot, toss in the mustard and fenugreek seeds, and curry leaves - they'll crackle and pop - and fry for 10 seconds. Add the onion paste, turn the heat down a tad and cook without colouring for about 5 minutes. Splash in some water if it starts to catch.
  • Add the turmeric and cracked peppercorns and stir the spices around for a few seconds before tipping in the prawns. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer, stirring all the time. The milk will take on a yellow colour from the turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until everything's heated through. Squeeze over some lime, sprinkle with fresh coriander and serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 2.76 milligram of sodium

KERALAN HAKE CURRY



Keralan hake curry image

A midweek meal to satisfy your spice cravings. White fish, peppers and cherry tomatoes with fenugreek and mustard seeds in a creamy coconut sauce, scattered with fresh coriander

Provided by Charlie Clapp

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp groundnut oil
1 onion , finely sliced
small bunch coriander , leaves picked, stalks finely chopped
1 thumb-sized piece ginger , peeled and cut into matchsticks
2 peppers (we used red and yellow)
2 tsp fenugreek seeds
2 tsp brown mustard seeds
200g cherry tomatoes
400g can coconut milk
4 x 150g hake fillets
rice or naan, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Heat the oil in a shallow casserole dish (or ovenproof frying pan with a lid) over a medium heat. Add the onion, coriander stalks, ginger and peppers, and cook gently with the lid on for 15 mins until softened and beginning to brown. Turn up the heat, stir through the spices and cook for 1 min more until aromatic.
  • Tip in the tomatoes and pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a bubble, then put in the oven with the lid on for 20 mins. Remove from the oven and nestle the hake on the sauce. Return to the oven, uncovered, for a further 10-15 mins or until the hake is cooked through. Season to taste, scatter with the coriander leaves and serve with rice or naan to mop up the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh prawns: Fresh prawns have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen prawns. If you're using frozen prawns, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Marinate the prawns: Marinating the prawns in a mixture of yogurt, spices, and herbs helps to tenderize them and add flavor.
  • Don't overcook the prawns: Prawns cook quickly, so it's important not to overcook them. Overcooked prawns become tough and rubbery.
  • Use good quality coconut milk: Coconut milk is a key ingredient in this dish. Use good quality coconut milk for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the spiciness to your liking: This dish can be made as spicy or mild as you like. Add more or less green chilies to adjust the spiciness.

Conclusion:

This Kerala prawn curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The prawns are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and rich. Serve this curry with rice or bread, and enjoy!

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