Chettinad Eral Masala Curry - Chettinad Prawn Masal Curry

Here is another variety of non veg recipe with prawns in chettinadu style.


Ingredients:

• Prawns-125 grams(approx 10 big pieces)
• Large Onion-1
• Tomato-1
• Garlic-5,6
• Turmeric powder-1/4 teaspoon
• Oil-2 tablespoon
• Salt
• For seasoning: Mustard, Urad dal, Cumin seeds, Curry leaves

To grind:

• Fennel(sombu)-1 teaspoon
• Khuskhus(poppy seeds/ kasakasa)-1/2 teaspoon
• Pepper-1 teaspoon
• Red chilli-2 or 3
• Grated coconut-3 tablespoon

Method:

• Grind the above said items without adding much water.
• Heat oil in pan and add the seasoning items.
• When it starts to splutter, add the onions and garlic.
• When it is half cooked in oil, add the turmeric powder and then the tomatoes.
• After the tomatoes are cooked well add the cleaned prawns.
• Fry the prawns for few minutes and allow it to cook in the closed lid with very little water.
• When the prawns are half cooked add the masala paste and required amount of salt.
• Now add approximately 1/4 cup of water and cook it with the lid closed.
• Add water little by little till the prawns are well cooked.
• Allow the gravy to cook till it reduces into a thick masala.
• Serve it with all types of rices , idlis or dosas.