1 kg fresh prawns, shelled and deveined
1 tsp cumin seed powder
2 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp salt
4-5 tbsp oil
3 medium onions, ground
5 green chillies, ground
1 bunch fresh coriander, ground
1 tsp garlic paste
4-5 tomatoes, pureed
2 stalks curry patta
2 tbsp instant coconut powder
Heat the oil and fry the ground onions until pink. Add the cumin seed powder, salt, chilli powder, green chillies, coriander, garlic, and curry patta and fry until the masala is cooked. Add the prawns and pureed tomatoes and fry for 4-5 minutes. Pour in 1½ cup water, bring to a boil and let simmer for about 5 minutes. Mix coconut powder with a cup of water and add to prawns. Simmer for about 10 minutes or till the prawns are tender. Do not overcook. Serve with boiled rice and lemon.