How long does Mangalore Prawn Sukka take?

35 minutes from start to finish. That is 15 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Mangalore Prawn Sukka serve?

4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Mangalore Prawn Sukka spicy?

It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Mangalore Prawn Sukka?

500 grams Prawns, ¾ cup Coconut, 1 tbsp Tamarind, 1 cup Onion, 10 Dried Kashmiri Red Chilli, 1 tbsp Coriander Seeds, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Mangalore Prawn Sukka?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Mangalore Prawn Sukka?

About 323 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Mangalore Prawn Sukka

Name: Mangalore Prawn Sukka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Mangalorean
Ingredients: 1 tsp Oil; 10 Dried Kashmiri Red Chilli; 1 tbsp Coriander Seeds; 1 tsp Black Peppercorns; ½ tsp Cumin; ¼ tsp Fenugreek Seeds; 1 inch Cinnamon; 5 cloves Garlic; ¾ cup Coconut, Grated; ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tbsp Tamarind; As needed Water; 500 grams Prawns; 1 tsp Salt; ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Coconut Oil; ½ tsp Mustard Seeds; 2 sprigs Curry leaves; 1 cup Onion, Finely Chopped; ½ tsp Salt; 3 tbsp Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped

35 min
medium
Serves 4

Prep 15 min · Cook 20 min

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7 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

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Also known as prawn sukka · Non-veg · Curries & Gravies, Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

Curries & Gravies Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam Dry sides Low carb High protein Gluten-free Dairy-free

Mangalore prawn sukka: prawns cooked semi-dry in coconut oil with a roasted chilli, coriander and coconut masala. Medium-spicy, serves 4, 35 minutes, video.

High proteinLow calorie

Ingredients

19 items

4 people

Oil1 tsp
Dried Kashmiri Red Chilli10
Coriander Seeds1 tbsp
Black Peppercorns1 tsp
Cumin½ tsp
Fenugreek Seeds¼ tsp
Cinnamon1 inch
Garlic5 cloves
Coconut, Grated¾ cup
Turmeric Powder½ tsp
Tamarind1 tbsp
WaterAs needed
Prawns500 grams
Salt1½ tsp
Coconut Oil2 tbsp
Mustard Seeds½ tsp
Curry leaves2 sprigs
Onion, Finely Chopped1 cup
Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped3 tbsp

Contains: shellfish.

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 4 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 4 people
Energy	323kcal	1292kcal
Protein	28g	113g
Carbohydrate	17g	69g
Fat	18g	70g
Fibre	7.2g	29g
Sugar	5.2g	21g

Cookd masalas for prawns

Method

1
For the masala, heat oil in a pan over low heat. Add all the ingredients except grated coconut, tamarind and turmeric powder. Roast until it turns aromatic, then remove the spices from the pan. Allow to cool, then grind into a powder.
OilDried Kashmiri Red ChilliCoriander SeedsBlack PeppercornsCuminFenugreek SeedsCinnamonGarlic
2
In the same pan, add the grated coconut and turmeric powder. Roast it very lightly. It should be aromatic but the colour should not change. Add this to the ground powder. Add tamarind also, and grind into a paste, adding water if required. The masala is ready.
CoconutTurmeric PowderTamarindWater
3
Mix the prawns along with salt and turmeric powder. Set aside for 10 minutes.
PrawnsSaltTurmeric Powder
4
In a pan, heat coconut oil. Add mustard seeds and allow them to crackle. Add curry leaves and onions. Saute until the onion turns translucent.
Coconut OilMustard SeedsCurry leavesOnion
5
Add the marinated prawns, saute and cook for 3 minutes.
6
Add the prepared masala and mix well. Add salt. Mix, cover and cook for 5 minutes on low heat. Remove the lid and cook until the gravy is thick and semi-dry.
Salt
7
Add coriander leaves, mix and serve with rice.
Coriander Leaves

Before you start

How long does Mangalore Prawn Sukka take?: 35 minutes from start to finish. That is 15 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Mangalore Prawn Sukka serve?: 4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Mangalore Prawn Sukka vegetarian?: No, it contains meat or fish.
Is Mangalore Prawn Sukka spicy?: It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Mangalore Prawn Sukka?: 500 grams Prawns, ¾ cup Coconut, 1 tbsp Tamarind, 1 cup Onion, 10 Dried Kashmiri Red Chilli, 1 tbsp Coriander Seeds, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Mangalore Prawn Sukka?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Mangalore Prawn Sukka?: About 323 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.