Odisha Chungudi Malai Prawn Coconut Milk Odia Coast Curry

Method

1. 1

   Marinate prawns with a pinch of turmeric and salt for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add finely chopped onion.

3. 3

   Cook on medium for 7 minutes until golden.

4. 4

   Add ginger-garlic paste. Cook 2 minutes. Add turmeric, coriander powder and red chilli powder. Cook 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add slit green chillies. Stir.

6. 6

   Add marinated prawns. Toss to coat with the masala.

7. 7

   Cook on medium-high for 2 minutes — the prawns will start turning pink.

8. 8

   Reduce to low. Add coconut milk. Add sugar and salt. Stir gently.

9. 9

   Simmer on low for 4 to 5 minutes until prawns are completely cooked through and the coconut milk has slightly thickened.

10. 10

    Do not overcook — prawns become rubbery quickly.

11. 11

    Garnish with fresh coriander.