Chermeen Varathathu (Prawn Fry) (ചെമ്മീൻ വരുത്തത്)
Category: main — sauteed prawns
Course: main / side | Diet: non-vegetarian
Meal roles: main
snack

Juicy prawns coated in a spicy masala and sauteed to a glossy glaze.

Spice level: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 12 minutes

Ingredients (per person):
name: Prawns, cleaned
qty: 120
unit: g
name: Shallots, finely sliced
qty: 25
unit: g
name: Green chillies
qty: 2
unit: num
name: Ginger-garlic
qty: 5
unit: g
name: Chilli powder
qty: 4
unit: g
name: Turmeric
qty: 1
unit: g
name: Coconut oil
qty: 10
unit: g
name: Curry leaves
qty: 4
unit: num
name: Salt
qty: 1.5
unit: g

Steps:
Marinate prawns with turmeric, chilli and salt for 10 minutes.
In oil, fry curry leaves, shallots and ginger-garlic until golden.
Add prawns and toss on high heat until they curl and turn pink, 3-4 minutes.
Reduce heat, let the masala cling to a glaze, and serve.

Tags: seafood
fry
glaze