Goan Prawn Caldinho
Radhika
September 2, 2021
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Ingredients
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| 400gms raw king prawns deveined with tails on | |
| 1tsp turmeric powder | |
| 1tbsp Goan vinegar or white wine vinegar | |
| Pinch of salt | |
| 1tbsp vegetable oil | |
| 1 medium onion finely chopped | |
| 1 medium tomato finely chopped | |
| 6 cloves garlic pounded to a paste. | |
| 1inch piece of ginger pounded to a paste | |
| 1 can coconut milk | |
| 1cup water | |
| 1tbsp tamarind paste soak some tamarind in water and extract paste. | |
| 4 slit green chillies (deseeded if you prefer it mild) | |
| Pinch of sugar | |
| 1tbsp chopped coriander leaves for garnish |
For the powdered spices
| 1tsp cumin seeds | |
| 10 peppercorns | |
| 1tbsp coriander seeds |
Directions
1.
In a bowl add the prawns and sprinkle over turmeric powder, vinegar, and salt. Mix and set aside for 15-20 mins while you get the curry ready.
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2.
Roast and grind the cumin seeds, peppercorns, and coriander seeds to powder. Set aside.
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3.
Heat the oil in a heavy based saucepan and add the onions and fry for 5-7 mins on a medium until they start to change colour to a light brown. Add the chopped tomato and fry for 3-4 mins.
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4.
Add the garlic and ginger paste and fry for a further minute.
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5.
Now add the powdered spices and mix it all together. Fry for 2 minutes
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6.
Add the marinated prawns. Mix well.
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Notes
*As with all recipes, there is a number of ways you can get things done. If you believe that some of the instructions can be improved, or have a good alternative solution, feel free to leave a comment.
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