Sungta Sukhe
A dry prawn preparation cooked with onions, coconut, and a blend of spices, offering a spicy and aromatic dish.
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 , cleaned and deveined |
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1 cup | Coconut , grated |
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3 tablespoons | Coconut oil |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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2 cloves | Garlic , finely chopped |
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3 pieces | Chili , dry red |
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1 teaspoon | Tamarind paste |
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0.5 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander Seed |
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0.5 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Water , as needed |
Instructions
- 1 Grind the grated coconut, dry red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and tamarind paste into a smooth paste using a little water.
- 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add the chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until the onions turn translucent.
- 4 Add the ground coconut paste to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously.
- 5 Add turmeric powder and salt to taste, and mix well.
- 6 Add the cleaned prawns to the pan and mix until they are well coated with the masala.
- 7 Cover and cook on low heat for about 10 minutes or until the prawns are cooked through.
- 8 Remove the lid and let the mixture cook for another 2-3 minutes until it becomes dry and the oil separates.
- 9 Serve hot with rice or chapati.
Tips
Adjust the number of red chilies according to your spice preference.