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Malabar Prawn Soup

Plump, ocean-sweet prawns floating in a golden coconut broth charged with fierce tamarind brightness and green chili.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310kcal

Ingredients

  • 400 g large prawns cleaned
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 green chilies slit
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 10 curry leaves
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 400 ml coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • Salt

Instructions

  • Heat coconut oil; add curry leaves and onion.
  • Cook until onion is soft, 5 minutes.
  • Add ginger, green chilies, and all spices.
  • Cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add tamarind paste and water; stir.
  • Add coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add prawns; cook 4–5 minutes until pink and curled.
  • Adjust seasoning; serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 310kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 1g
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