Prawn Balchao

Prawn Balchao

Prawn Balchao

A fiery prawn pickle with a Goan influence, spiced with red chili paste and vinegar.

Cuisines

Mangalorean Konkani

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Total: 45 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Prawn 250 grams Prawn , cleaned and deveined
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
salt 1 teaspoon Salt
vegetable oil 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Onion 1 cup Onion , finely chopped
ginger-garlic paste 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
tomato paste 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
red chili powder 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
coriander powder 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , powder
vinegar 2 tablespoons Vinegar
sugar 1 teaspoon Sugar
Cilantro 2 tablespoons Cilantro , fresh, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Marinate the prawns with turmeric powder and salt. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the onions until golden brown.
  3. 3 Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
  4. 4 Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5 Add red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Cook for another minute.
  6. 6 Add the marinated prawns to the pan and cook until they turn pink.
  7. 7 Pour in the vinegar and add sugar. Mix well and cook for 5-7 minutes until the prawns are cooked through.
  8. 8 Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with steamed rice or bread.

Tips

For an authentic taste, use Goan vinegar if available.