Prawn Masala - Spicy Shrimp Curry

Ingredients

• 1 pound prawns
• 1 medium onion
• 2 medium tomato
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 medium green chili
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Finely chop 1 medium onion and add it to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

3. 3

   Mince 4 cloves of garlic and grate 1 tablespoon of ginger. Add them to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Chop 2 medium tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes soften and break down.

5. 5

   Add 2 teaspoons of coriander powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin powder, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and 1 medium chopped green chili. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Pour in 1 cup of coconut milk and mix thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

7. 7

   Add 1 pound of cleaned prawns to the skillet and season with 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir and cover the skillet.

8. 8

   Cook the prawns for 5-7 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.

9. 9

   Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh coriander leaves.

10. 10

    Serve hot with steamed rice.