Sunday, October 17, 2010

Grilled Tiger Prawn















Ingredients:
  1. Tiger prawn - 8 (about 1 lb)
  2. Chilly powder - 1.5 tsp
  3. Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
  4. black pepper - 1/4 tsp crushed
  5. Vinegar - 1/2 tsp
  6. salt - to taste
  7. curry leaves - 1 spring
  8. Oil - 2 tbsp

Method:
Clean and de-vein the shrimp - wash and pat dry with a paper towel.
Make a thick paste of chilly powder, turmeric powder,salt, vinegar and pepper adding just enough watre.
Apply the paste to the shrimp and keep aside for 30 minutes.
Heat a non stick pan or cast iron skillet on high and add in the oil.
Add the curry leaves and place the shrimp and fry for 4 minutes per side.
Serve hot garnished with Lime wedges.

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