Tasty Prawns in Brown Sauce Recipe

Name: Tasty Prawns in Brown Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups of tender coconut, in pieces; 15 -20 shelled and deveined prawns; 1 potato, diced; 1 fresh carrot, peeled and sliced thinly; 2 onions, chopped; 2 fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1 pinch asafetida powder; 1 tablespoon oil; salt; 2 teaspoons coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon fennel seed; 8 cloves; 2 inches cinnamon sticks; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 ½ teaspoons sugar; 1 bay leaf; 12 onion, sliced; 1 clove garlic; 1 cup coconut, freshly grated/dessicated

Servings: persons

3 cups of tender coconut, in pieces
15 -20 shelled and deveined prawns
1 potato, diced
1 fresh carrot, peeled and sliced thinly
2 onions, chopped
2 fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 pinch asafetida powder
1 tablespoon oil
salt
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seed
8 cloves
2 inches cinnamon sticks
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ½ teaspoons sugar
1 bay leaf
12 onion, sliced
1 clove garlic
1 cup coconut, freshly grated/dessicated

1
Heat oil in a pan.
2
Add the bayleaf, cinnamon stick and cloves.
3
Stir briefly, for about 30 seconds.
4
Add corriander seeds, fennel seeds, sugar and cayenne pepper.
5
Mix well.
6
Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
7
Remove from flame.
8
Keep aside.
9
Pour the remaining oil in the pan.
10
Add garlic and the sliced onion.
11
Saute till the raw smell of garlic is gone and the onion is brown.
12
Add coconut.
13
Roast, on low-medium flame, till brown.
14
Allow to cool.
15
Grind to a smooth paste, adding water as necessary, alongwith the fried masala prepared above.
16
Keep aside.
17
Now, mix the pieces of tender coconut, prawns, potatoes, carrots and onions with the turmeric powder, curry powder and salt to taste.
18
In another pan, heat 1 tbsp.
19
of oil.
20
Add asafoetida and the above mixture.
21
Saute briefly, say for about 2-3 minutes.
22
Add tomatoes alongwith 1 cup of water.
23
Cover.
24
Cook for 10 minutes.
25
Add the above prepared masala paste.
26
If desired, you may add a cup of thick coconut milk for extra flavour.
27
Stir and bring to a boil.
28
Serve hot with chappatis and/or rice.

352

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups of tender coconut, in pieces, 15 -20 shelled and deveined prawns, 1 potato, diced, 1 fresh carrot, peeled and sliced thinly, and more.

Yes, Tasty Prawns in Brown Sauce 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!

Tasty Prawns in Brown Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions