Prawns In Green Spice Paste (Hara Masala) Recipe

Name: Prawns In Green Spice Paste (Hara Masala)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 180 g raw prawns; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 tablespoon coconut oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder; water; salt; 1 bunch coriander leaves or 100 -125 g coriander leaves; 1 teaspoon garlic paste; 1 teaspoon ginger paste; 1/2 cup grated coconut; 3 -4 green chilies, roughly chopped

Servings: persons

180 g raw prawns
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon coconut oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
water
salt
1 bunch coriander leaves or 100 -125 g coriander leaves
1 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1/2 cup grated coconut
3 -4 green chilies, roughly chopped

1
Clean and devein the prawns. Add 1/4 tsp of turmeric and salt to the prawns and leave aside.
2
In a blender, add the the coriander leaves, coconut, ginger paste, garlic paste and green chillies. Add 1/4 cup water to help it blend. Blend to form a paste.
3
On medium flame heat 1 tbsp oil . Add the fennel seeds and cumin seeds and let them sputter. Add the onions. Add a pinch of salt and cook till the onions are translucent.
4
Add the green paste, mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water ( more as required), add lemon juice and cover and cook for 5 minutes.
5
Add the prawns. Add salt as per taste (remember we had added salt earlier) Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until the prawns are cooked.
6
Serve with paratha or rice!

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 180 g raw prawns, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed, and more.

Yes, Prawns In Green Spice Paste (Hara Masala) 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.

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Prawns In Green Spice Paste (Hara Masala)

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Variations & substitutions

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