Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) king prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp (15 g) lemon juice
  • 1 tsp (5 g) turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp (5 g) chili powder
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
  • 1 tsp (5 g) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (5 g) ground coriander
  • 1 tsp (5 g) garam masala
  • 1 can (14 oz/400 g) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) coconut milk
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine king prawns with lemon juice, turmeric, and chili powder. Mix well and set aside for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chilies, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in ground cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes and salt to the skillet. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld.
  6. Pour in coconut milk and stir until combined. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Add marinated king prawns to the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until prawns are cooked through and opaque.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.