A delectable Bengali delicacy deriving its rich flavors from prawns, coconut milk, and select spices, the prawn Malai curry is relished during weddings, special occasions, and functions. Toss in the aromatic garlic and ginger and you get an all-time favorite meal that has been cherished as a part of the Bengali cuisine for decades now. Presenting an amazing recipe for you to create the magic of Bengal right in your kitchen!
Health Benefits
Prawns are a rich source of selenium, which is one of the most effective antioxidants that helps the human body in maintaining healthy cells. It is also rich in zinc, magnesium, and phosphorus which aid the building of strong bones.
Ingredients
400 grams of prawn
3 tbsp mustard oil
½ tbsp whole cumin seeds
2 tsp of cumin powder
2 tbsp of ginger paste
1 tsp of turmeric powder
2 tsp of ghee
1 tsp garam masala
2 tsp of sugar
1 tsp chilli powder
1¼ cup of fresh coconut milk
salt according to taste
How To Make Prawn Malai Curry
- Wash the prawns in fresh water and then blanch them in turmeric water and keep aside.
- Heat mustard oil in a pan. Add whole cumin and sugar to the oil and stir lightly. Add the ginger paste along with chilli powder and turmeric powder and sauté for a few minutes.
- Slit a few green chillis (depending on how spicy you want your dish to be) and add them to the oil. Add the blanched prawns and continue to stir for a few minutes till the prawns are covered in the spices.
- Add the coconut milk and salt as per taste and let it cook for some time till the prawns are fully cooked.
- Transfer the malai curry to a bowl and garnish it by sprinkling some garam masala on top and drizzle it with ghee.
The coconut milk adds a unique sweet flavor to the prawn malai curry delicacy while the garam masala adds its own special touch.
Trivia
Over 5 billion pounds of prawns are consumed each year all across the globe. Of this,1 billion pounds are consumed solely by Americans. China is one of the largest importers of prawn, importing about 500 million dollars’ worth of prawns each year.