Kona Seema Royyala Pulusu

Kona Seema Royyala Pulusu

Kona Seema Royyala Pulusu

A tangy prawn curry hailing from the Konaseema region, known for its unique blend of spices and tamarind pulp, making it a seafood lover's delight.

Cuisines

Andhra

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Total: 50 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

250 grams prawns, cleaned and deveined
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
2 dry red chilies
1 onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
2 green chilies, slit
1 cup tamarind extract
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon jaggery
1 cup water
salt to taste
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. 2 Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and fenugreek seeds. Let them splutter.
  3. 3 Add dry red chilies and sauté for a few seconds.
  4. 4 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  5. 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and sauté for another minute.
  6. 6 Add the cleaned prawns and sauté until they turn pink.
  7. 7 Pour in the tamarind extract and add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
  8. 8 Mix well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  9. 9 Add jaggery and water, stir well, and bring to a boil.
  10. 10 Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the prawns are cooked and the flavors meld together.
  11. 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a richer flavor, marinate the prawns with a pinch of salt and turmeric for 10 minutes before cooking.