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