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Shimla Festival Jhinga Onion
🇮🇳 Indian

Shimla Festival Jhinga Onion

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Shimla cooking — Shimla Festival Jhinga Onion brings a onion touch with a classic mezhukkupuratti finish. About 26 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 15 min Serves 3 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion3, sliced
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Prawns350 g, cleaned
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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