Shrimp/Prawn Malai Curry
From Kabita
Dutta's kitchen
Ingredients: 1 lb. shrimp/prawns (peeled and washed) 2 medium sized finely sliced onions 1 cup coconut milk 2 Tbs. oil 1 Tbs. ghee 2 Tbs. plain yogurt 1/4 tsp. turmeric 1/4 tsp. chili powder 3/4 tsp. salt (to taste) 11/2 tsp. sugar 1 Tbs. ginger paste 3-4 cinnamon sticks 3-4 whole cloves 3-4 whole cardamom 3-4 bay leaves (medium size) |
Cooking method:
Heat oil and ghee in a wok. Add bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom and cloves. Add onions and
fry until light brown. Add shrimp/prawns and stir 3-4 minutes. Add turmeric and chili
powder, sugar, salt and ginger paste. Stir over a low flame for about 5-7 minutes or until
medium brown. Pour coconut milk in slowly and stir for 4-5 minutes until the gravy
thickens. Serve with rice.