Karnataka Style Prawn Pepper Masala

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 1
Karnataka Style Prawn Pepper Masala - A spicy and aromatic dish perfect for seafood lovers
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

16 prawns , medium peeled deveined
300 g onions , chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
4 green chili peppers , chopped
40 curry leaves
150 ml tomato puree , fresh
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 1/2 tablespoons black pepper , crushed
1 tablespoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon kashmiri chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
20 curry leaves , fried ( garnish )
4 lemon wedges ( garnish )
4 cups cooked long grained basmati rice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
354
Sugar
8g
Fat
16g
Karnataka Style Prawn Pepper Masala is a spicy and aromatic dish that originates from the southern Indian state of Karnataka. It is made with succulent prawns cooked in a flavorful and spicy masala made with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of Indian spices. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers who enjoy bold flavors and a bit of heat. The dish is usually served with steaming hot basmati rice and garnished with fried curry leaves and lemon wedges. It is a delightful dish that is easy to make and is sure to impress your friends and family with its bold flavors.

Instructions

1.In a pan, heat 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
2.Add in the chopped onions, green chili peppers, and 40 curry leaves.
3.Cook until the onions are golden brown, then add in the ginger-garlic paste.
4.Stir well and add in the tomato puree and 1 teaspoon of Kashmiri chili powder.
5.Cook for another 5 minutes.
6.In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat.
7.Add in the prawns and fry until golden brown.
8.Then add in the coriander powder, black pepper powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala powder to the onion-tomato mixture.
9.Stir well to combine the ingredients.
10.Add in the fried prawns and mix well with the masala.
11.Garnish with fried curry leaves and lemon wedges. Serve hot with basmati rice.

PROS

Karnataka Style Prawn Pepper Masala is a delicious, spicy dish that is perfect for seafood lovers.

It is easy to cook and can be made with easily available ingredients.

CONS

This dish is spicy, so it might not be suitable for people who do not enjoy spicy food.

It also contains a high amount of cholesterol due to the prawns.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in cholesterol, prawns are a rich source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and selenium.
They can help to boost your brain health and reduce inflammation.
Pepper is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and can aid in digestion.

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