Sungta Gassi

Sungta Gassi

Sungta Gassi

A rich and aromatic prawn curry made with coconut milk, spices, and tamarind, typical of the coastal regions.

Cuisines

Konkani

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

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

Ingredients

250 grams prawns, cleaned and deveined
1 cup freshly grated coconut
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
5 dried red chilies
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 small tamarind ball
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tomato, chopped
salt to taste
water as needed

Instructions

  1. 1 Grind the coconut, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chilies, turmeric powder, and tamarind into a smooth paste using a little water.
  2. 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
  3. 3 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft.
  4. 4 Add the ground coconut paste to the pan and cook for a few minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  5. 5 Add water to achieve the desired consistency and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. 6 Add the cleaned prawns and salt to taste.
  7. 7 Cook until the prawns are cooked through and the curry thickens slightly.
  8. 8 Serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips

For a richer flavor, you can add a few curry leaves while sautéing the onions.