Prawn Fry

Ingredients:-

1. Prawns - 1/2 kg.
2. Chilli powder - 2 1/2tsp.
3. Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp.
4. Pepper powder - 1 tsp.
5. Ginger paste - 1 1/2 tsp.
6. Garlic paste - 1 1/2 tsp.
7. Onions sliced small - 2
8. Coconut oil - 6 tblsp.
9. Curry leaves - 2 sprigs
10.Salt as per taste

Method:-

* Marinate the cleaned and washed prawns with turmeric powder, chilli powder, pepper powder, garlic paste, ginger paste and salt for half an hour.
* In a heavy bottom pan heat oil and saute onions and curry leaves.
* When the onions become lightly brown add the marinated prawns and saute for 5 minutes more.
* Close the pan with the lid and cook the prawns (It should be mixed in between to prevent sticking).
* When the prawns are cooked and the masala has coated properly, remove it from the stove top and serve.

Source: Lekshmi Nair's Magic Oven Recipes.