Prawns Spicy Masala Roast -Dry

           Prawns also referred as Shrimp is a rich source of protein , according to my opinion,it's a bit more tastier compared to fish food.Might be due to their rich protein content make them even more tastier compared with other fish varieties.So people who have to take care of their cholesterol levels,should definitely have an eye while having prawns.Generally prawns are sweetish by nature,so some spicy masala will go well with them.It's simple and easy to prepare.This Prawn roast can accompany your curd rice,rasam rice and even sambar          

 

Ingredients

Prawns- 1/2 kg

Bay Leaf -1no

Cinnamon  2"stick -1 no
Garlic Pods -5 to 6

Tomato Puree - 1/2 Cup

Tomato Ketchup - 1 tsp

Oil - 2 tbsp
Salt - as reqd

To Marinate

Turmeric Powder -1 tsp
Rock Salt - as reqd
Lime juice -1/2 tsp

To Roast and Grind

Dry Red Chillies-3 to 4
Coriander Seeds - 1tsp
PepperCorns(Black)-1/4tsp
Jeera - 1tsp
 

Method

• Marinate the cleaned prawns for 1hr with the things mentioned under To Marinate .In a kadai add oil and roast the things mentioned under To roast and Grind.And grind them along with garlic,(no need to fry the garlic) to a semi smooth paste by adding water little by little at a time,and keep aside.

 

• After an hour ,roast the prawns in a pan for 1-2 mins by adding little oil and keep aside.Do not discard the prawn juice.In the same pan add bay leaf and cinnamon and saute them.

• Add the tomato puree and saute for a while,then add the rock salt and keep on sauteing them until the oil separates.Then add the prawns and cook them along with the ground masala.

•  Add some water let them cook for about 3-4 mins.Close the pan with a lid.Finally add the Ketchup and saute for a while.Remove from flame when it's done.Ensure that the masala is sticking to the prawns.

• Garnish with chopped garlic and serve hot.