This is a Maharashtrian dish indigenous to Bombay and the North Konkan coastal region. The use of tamarind, coconut milk and assorted peppercorns is integral to most meals of the region.
My Mum’s traditional East Indian family recipe. It’s ideal for fish, prawns and other seafood with a tangy tamarind flavour.
All natural | Clean and no nasties | No artificial colour, flavour or preservative
Inspiration from an Indian kitchen (Serves 4-6)
Empty 1 jar of Mum’s Mumbai Masala curry paste in a saucepan and add 1 jar of water.
Stir - Boil - Simmer.
Add 1kg of seafood and poach to cook.
5. Finish with coconut milk.
To spice up, saute ginger, garlic and chilli in a little oil before Step 1.
Prawn Curry with coconut milk
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients:
One jar of Tamarind Tree Mums Mumbai Masala
600-800gms 16-20 Prawns
1 tbsp. oil
Salt too taste
300-400ml Coconut milk
50-100ml Water
½ tsp. Mustard seeds
6-8 Curry Leaves
Fresh Coriander to garnish
Process:
Heat a large saucepan with oil.
Add mustard seeds, curry leaves to crackle and release aromas.
Add jar of Tamarind Tree Mums Mumbai Masala and sauté for 1-2 minutes on a low flame.
Add coconut milk and 50ml of water to get the desired consistency. Bring to a robust boil.
Add prawns and simmer for 10 minutes or until the prawns are cooked.
Garnish with fresh chopped coriander and serve with basmati rice.