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Vapi Jhinga Tawa Fry
🇮🇳 Indian

Vapi Jhinga Tawa Fry

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Vapi cooking — Vapi Jhinga Tawa Fry brings a makar sankranti touch with a classic tawa fry finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 15 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Prawns350 g, cleaned
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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