🇮🇳 Indian

Nainital Classic Pongal-Day Prawns

Name: Nainital Classic Pongal-Day Prawns
Prep time: 14 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 29 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 350 g, cleaned Prawns

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Nainital cooking — Nainital Classic Pongal-Day Prawns brings a pongal-day touch with a classic thick gravy finish. About 29 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 15 min Serves 6 Easy

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Prawns350 g, cleaned

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

1
Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.
2
Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.
3
In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.
4
Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.
5
Simmer covered until tender.
6
Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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Watch how it's made

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