Sungta Hooman
A flavorful prawn curry from the Konkan coast, made with coconut milk, spices, and a hint of kokum for tanginess.
Cuisines
Konkani
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 , fresh, cleaned and deveined |
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1 cup | Coconut , freshly grated |
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5 | Chili , dry red |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander Seed |
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1/2 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 small | Tamarind , ball |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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1 tablespoon | Coconut oil |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 cups | Water |
Instructions
- 1 Grind the grated coconut, dry red chilies, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, and tamarind into a smooth paste using a little water.
- 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- 3 Add the ground coconut paste to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat.
- 4 Add 2 cups of water to the pan and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5 Add the cleaned prawns to the boiling curry and season with salt to taste.
- 6 Cook on medium heat until the prawns are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 7 Adjust the consistency of the curry with water if needed and simmer for another 2 minutes.
- 8 Serve hot with steamed rice.
Tips
For a more authentic taste, use freshly grated coconut instead of desiccated coconut.