Chemmeen (Prawns)Thiyyal Recipe

Name: Chemmeen (Prawns)Thiyyal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 kg prawns; 1 potato, cut into small pieces; 4 large onions, sliced; 2 teaspoons red chili powder; 3 teaspoons coriander powder; ½ teaspoon turmeric powder; ½ teaspoon ground fenugreek; 4 green chilies, chopped; 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped; 1 cup fresh coconut, grated; 3 tablespoons cooking oil; 15 fresh curry leaves; ½ teaspoon mustard seeds; 3 whole dried red chilies, each cut into 3 pieces; 1 pinch sugar; salt

Servings: persons

12 kg prawns
1 potato, cut into small pieces
4 large onions, sliced
2 teaspoons red chili powder
3 teaspoons coriander powder
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
½ teaspoon ground fenugreek
4 green chilies, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
1 cup fresh coconut, grated
3 tablespoons cooking oil
15 fresh curry leaves
½ teaspoon mustard seeds
3 whole dried red chilies, each cut into 3 pieces
1 pinch sugar
salt

1
Clean the prawns nicely (make sure you remove the black thread on its back).
2
Cook the prawns in 2 cups of water alongwith the potato, turmeric powder and a pinch of salt.
3
Fry the onions in 2 tbsps.
4
of oil till golden in colour.
5
Add red chilli powder and corriander powder.
6
Fry for 3 minutes.
7
Keep aside.
8
Now, take a non-stick pan.
9
Dry roast the grated coconut in it till brown.
10
Allow to cool.
11
Grind well in a mixer (without adding water) till it becomes an oily paste.
12
Mix together the cooked prawns (alongwith the water in which it is cooked), potato, chopped green chillies, tomato pieces, fried coconut paste, fried onion with red chilli powder and corriander powder and salt to taste.
13
Stir well.
14
Cook for 5 minutes or till the curry thickens.
15
You may add some water, if required.
16
Stir in the fenugreek powder.
17
Remove from flame.
18
Fry mustard seeds, red chillies and curry leaves in 1 tbsp.
19
of oil.
20
Pour it over the curry.
21
Add a pinch of sugar.
22
Serve hot with cooked white rice.

265

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 kg prawns, 1 potato, cut into small pieces, 4 large onions, sliced, 2 teaspoons red chili powder, and more.

Yes, Chemmeen (Prawns)Thiyyal falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chemmeen (Prawns)Thiyyal

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Variations & substitutions

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