Kadugu Yerra

Kadugu Yerra

Kadugu Yerra

A spicy shrimp dish made with mustard seeds, coconut, and regional spices, reflecting the seafood-rich cuisine of Pondicherry.

Cuisines

Pondicherry

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Total: 40 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

250 grams prawns, cleaned and deveined
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch ginger, minced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
3 tablespoons coconut milk
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 handful coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds.
  2. 2 Once the mustard seeds splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. 3 Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. 4 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
  5. 5 Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder.
  6. 6 Add the cleaned prawns and mix well to coat them with the spice mixture.
  7. 7 Pour in the coconut milk and salt, then stir to combine.
  8. 8 Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until the prawns are cooked through and tender.
  9. 9 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a more authentic flavor, use freshly ground spices.