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Chingri Prawn Malai Curry

Learn how to make Bengali Prawn Malai Curry. Our easy Chingri Malai Curry features shrimp, coconut milk, spicy chilies and Indian spices.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Chingri Malai Curry, Prawn Malai Curry
Servings: 6
Calories: 476kcal

Equipment

  • Wok or skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • French knife
  • spatula
  • Food processor

Ingredients

  • 2 lb Prawns
  • 2 Large onions
  • 3 Large tomatoes
  • 2 Green chilies
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp Garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp Ginger paste
  • 1 tbsp Garam Masala
  • 2 tsp Coriander powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin powder
  • 2 cups Coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp Cilantro leaves garnish

Instructions

  • Wash, shell, and devein the prawns.
  • Add the onions, tomatoes, and green chilies to a food processor and blend to form a paste.
  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and add the paste. Fry for one minute. Add the garlic and ginger paste and fry for another minute.
  • Add the garam masala, coriander, and cumin and cook until the oil begins to separate. Add the coconut milk and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste.
  • Add the fresh prawns and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 18.4g | Protein: 38.4g | Fat: 28.8g | Saturated Fat: 19.1g | Cholesterol: 318mg | Sodium: 396mg | Potassium: 880mg | Fiber: 4.5g | Sugar: 8.2g | Calcium: 189mg | Iron: 3mg