PRAWN VINDALOO

PRAWN VINDALOO

Serves 6          

Preparation Time  45 minutes

Ingredients

1 kg fresh prawns shelled and de-veined 

2 medium sized onions chopped

2 teaspoons chilly powder

2 teaspoons cumin powder

2 teaspoons garlic paste

2 tablespoons vinegar

Salt to taste  

1 sprig curry leaves (optional)

2 tomatoes pureed    

3 tablespoons oil

Wash the prawns well and keep aside.  Heat oil in a pan and add the curry leaves and onions and fry till light brown.  Add the garlic paste and sauté for a while.  Add the chilly powder, cumin powder, pepper powder, tomato puree and salt and fry for some time.  Add the prawns and the vinegar and mix well.  Add a little more water and cook till the gravy is slightly thick and the prawns are cooked. Serve with steamed rice or chapattis or bread