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
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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250 grams | Prawn , cleaned and deveined |
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2 tablespoons | Mustard Seed |
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1 tablespoon | Vegetable oil |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 inch | Ginger , minced |
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2 medium | Tomato , chopped |
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3 tablespoons | Coconut Milk , thick |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , powder |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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1 handful | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds.
- 2 Once the mustard seeds splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- 3 Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 4 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
- 5 Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder.
- 6 Add the cleaned prawns and mix well to coat them with the spice mixture.
- 7 Pour in the coconut milk and salt, then stir to combine.
- 8 Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until the prawns are cooked through and tender.
- 9 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a more authentic flavor, use freshly ground spices.