Chemmeen Muringakka Curry / Prawn Drumstick Curry

Ingredients :

Chemmeen/Shrimp/Prawns :1/4kg / 1/2lb (Washed & Cleaned)
Muringakka/Drumstick :10 pieces (cut into lengthwise)
Green Chillies :2nos (slit in centre)
Red chili powder :1tsp
Turmeric powder :1/2tsp
Garlic :2 cloves (crushed)
Ginger :1/2" piece (grated)
Salt to taste

For grinding :

Grated coconut :1/2cup
Turmeric powder :1/4tsp
Green chillies :2nos

For seasoning :

Oil :2tsp
Mustard Seeds :1/2tsp
Fenugreek seed :1/4tsp
Shallots/Pearl onion :3nos (sliced)
Curry leaves :1sprig

Method of Preparation :

1.In a pan, add 1cup of water and add drumstick,grated ginger,crushed garlic,turmeric and red chilli powder and bring to boil,when drumstick is half cooked,add the cleaned prawns,salt and cook until its done.
2.Grind the ingredients listed to be ground to a thick smooth paste with little water.(Take care while grinding it shouldn't be watery).


3.Add the grounded coconut paste and lower the fire and cook for 3-5 minutes.
4.Heat coconut oil in a pan,splutter mustard, fenugreek seeds,add curry leaves & shallot saute till it turns to light brown and add to the curry.
5.Serve with rice and enjoy!!!

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Chemmeen Varattiyathu /Spicy Shrimp Fry
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