Kerala Style Garlic Prawns Fry

Ingredients

• 300-350 gms Prawns (measured after cleaning)
• 1 tsp Ginger garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• 2 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp Pepper powder
• 1/4 -1/2 tsp Fennel powder
• 1/8 tsp Fennel seeds
• 1 tbsp Cornflour
• 1/2 tbsp Vinegar
• Salt (to taste)
• 1.5 - 2 tbsp Finely chopped garlic
• 2 Green chillies (slit lengthwise)
• Curry leaves
• 1.5 - 2 tbsp Coconut oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate the cleaned prawns with ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, Kashmiri chilli powder, pepper powder, fennel powder, fennel seeds, cornflour, vinegar and salt. Keep it aside for half - one hour.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a wide pan, add the finely chopped garlic, when it begins to brown, add green chillies and curry leaves. When it becomes golden brown, transfer it to a plate.

3. 3

   To the same pan (add more oil, if required) add marinated prawns. Cook till it's one and both sides become golden. Keep in mind, prawns cook fast and overcooking will turn it rubbery.

4. 4

   Add the fried garlic, green chillies and curry leaves to the cooked prawns. Toss it so that it's combined well. Transfer to a serving plate. Serve hot.