Ingredients
- 1/2 lb prawns
- extra virgin olive oil for frying
- 25 grams of garlic
- 2 small onions
- 1 tbsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp curry leaves
- salt to taste
- 200 ml fenni
- 12 gm cumin seeds
- 12 gm peppercorns
- 90 grams of red chillis
- 1/2 pounds of coconut vinegar
- 40 grams of dried shrimps
- 25gm ginger
- 70 gm garlic
This prawn balchao recipe does justice to the authentic Indian food. It is considered as part of the Goan delicacy, and no chef should miss out on this recipe. It is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser and your guests will relish the moments they spent eating these delicious prawns which are soaked in red paste of Indian masala, onions and fenni. The best part is that it is easy to prepare and doesn’t require significant knowledge of the pantry.
Health benefits
- Prawns help to lose weight because they provide low calories and low fat high quality proteins. Any individuals who want to gain muscle mass should also try to incorporate prawns into their diet.
- Prawns are a rich source of omega 3 fatty acids, an essential nutrient which boosts brain health and lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
- Perhaps more important is the presence of selenium which prevents the outbreak of cancer in the human body. This is because selenium is effective against free radicals in cells.
- The presence of vitamins B6, B12 and K help to promote various functions of the body. For instance it boosts the metabolism rate to produce more energy and repair tissues.
- Phosphorous is important in the growth, sustenance and maintenance of bones. This is especially important in kids and adults alike.
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How to Make Prawn Balchao With Fenni
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