Malvani Shrimp Curry

After MasterChef, I wanted to write a cookbook, however, due to my busy schedule, family commitments etc it took me so long to write a book. I have finally released it on Amazon. It has 40 delicious recipes.These are easy to follow even to those who are new to Indian cuisine. It has some delectable family favourite recipes using ingredients that are easy to find. I am sharing a delicious recipe from my new book: The Spice Angel Discover the magic of spices...enjoy!

Malvan district is in the South of Maharashtra. The region is blessed with ample and fresh seafood due to its close proximity to the sea. This recipe is aromatic and tastes delicious with just plain boiled rice.

Serves 4-5

INGREDIENTS

1 onion, roughly chopped
1 inch piece of ginger
6 cloves of de-skinned garlic
75g frozen desiccated coconut
1 inch stick of cinnamon
5 cloves
4 cardamom pods
300 grams of frozen raw prawns
1 boiled and cubed potato
3 teaspoons red chilli powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon tamarind concentrate
2 tablespoons Sunflower oil + 1 tablespoon
Handful of washed and chopped coriander leaves
Salt to taste

METHOD

1. Add the oil in a pan. When hot, add the cinnamon, cloves and cardamom pods along with the diced onions, ginger and garlic, stirring for about 5 minutes on a medium heat until the spices and onions are roasted and a nice aroma emanates from the mixture.

2.Add the desiccated coconut and roast for a further two minutes.

3. Switch the gas off and let the mixture cool to a room temperature. Grind this to a fine paste using some water.

4. Add the reserved oil in a pan. Add the turmeric powder, chilli powder, boiled diced potato, add the prawns and combine well. Add about 1/2 cup of warm water. Cover the pan. Cook till the prawns are cooked for about 10 minutes.

5. Add salt to taste and the ground masala paste to the gravy along with the tamarind concentrate, check the seasoning and sprinkle over the chopped coriander leaves before serving.