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Prawns Thenga Curry Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 green chilies, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish

Special equipment needed: None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and add chopped onions. Fry until they turn golden brown.
2. Add ginger and garlic paste and fry for a minute.
3. Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook until the tomatoes become soft and mushy.
4. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Add the prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add coconut milk and mix well. Cook for another 5-7 minutes on low heat.
7. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

30 minutes
Temperature: Low heat
Serving size: 4

Nutritional information:
Calories: 280
Fat: 20g
Protein: 20g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned coconut milk instead of fresh coconut milk.
- You can use shrimp instead of prawns.

Variations:
- You can add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or bell peppers to the curry.
- You can add tamarind pulp for a tangy flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Do not overcook the prawns as they will become rubbery.
- Use fresh coconut milk for the best taste.

Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the curry in a pan on low heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the curry in a bowl or on a plate with steamed rice.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice or naan bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side of cucumber raita or a mixed vegetable salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the curry is too thick, add some water or more coconut milk to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the prawns are fresh and properly cleaned before cooking.

Food history:
- Prawns Thenga Curry is a popular dish from the coastal regions of India.

Flavor profiles:
- The curry has a creamy and spicy flavor with a hint of sweetness from the coconut milk.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the curry hot with steamed rice or naan bread.

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Region: Indian

Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Coconutty, Savory, Aromatic