Prawn Balchao
Prawn Balchao is a spicy and tangy Goan delicacy that combines succulent prawns with a flavorful tomato-based sauce. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers who enjoy a burst of flavors in every bite. Ingredients: Vinegar, Prawns, Sugar, Red chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Onion, Coriander, Ginger garlic paste, Tomato, Salt, Garam masala, Cooking oil
40min
Cook Time
4
Servings
Recipe
210 kCal
Recipe
1
Clean and devein 500 grams of prawns, then marinate them with 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt for 15 minutes.
2
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and shallow fry the marinated prawns for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3
In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil and sauté 1 finely chopped onion until it turns golden brown.
4
Add 1 teaspoon of ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
5
Add 2 finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
6
Add 1 tablespoon of vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala, and salt to taste. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
7
Add the fried prawns to the pan and mix well, ensuring they are coated with the sauce. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
8
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or chapati.
Nutrition
210
kCal
20 g
Protein
8 g
Fat
12 g
Carbs
1 tbsp of Vinegar
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500 g of Prawns
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1 tbsp of Sugar
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½ tsp of Red Chilli Powder
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½ tsp of Turmeric Powder
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1 Onion
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All the tools you would need
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Coriander
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2 Tomatoes
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Salt to taste
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½ tsp of Garam Masala
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3 tbsp of Cooking Oil
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