Golden Prawns With Masala Rice Medley Recipe

About this recipe

Golden Prawns with Masala Rice Medley is a mouthwatering Indian snack that combines succulent prawns with fragrant masala rice. The golden prawns are seasoned and cooked to perfection, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. The rice medley is enriched with aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander, and complemented by a colorful mix of vegetables. This high-protein dish is not only satisfying but also energizing, making it ideal for gym prep or a hearty snack. The cooking process is straightforward, using one pan for the rice and another for the prawns, making it perfect for batch cooking. Serve this delightful snack warm, garnished with fresh coriander, and enjoy a taste of comfort and flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 pack (200 g) Ifb Fresh Catch Prawns | Medium
• 1 kg Rice
• - Frozen Mixed Vegetables
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 110 g Unpeeled Garlic Cloves
• - Onion-250 Gms
• - Red Chilli Powder
• 100 g Popular Essentials Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
• - Rock Salt
• 850 g Sundrop Heart+ Blended Cooking Oil
• 1 Bunch Coriander Leaves ( Kottambari Soppu )

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the prawns thoroughly under cold water and set them aside to drain.
2. 2. Wash the rice and soak it in water for 15 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.
3. 3. Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, allowing them to sizzle and release their aroma.
4. 4. Add finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté until golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
5. 5. Stir in minced garlic and freshly grated turmeric, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
6. 6. Add red chili powder, coriander powder, and rock salt, mixing well into the sautéed mixture.
7. 7. Introduce the frozen mixed vegetables and stir to coat them evenly with the spice mixture.
8. 8. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan, stirring gently to combine with the vegetables and spices.
9. 9. Pour 300 ml of water into the pan, cover it with a lid, and let the rice cook on medium heat for 12-15 minutes.
10. 10. In a separate pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil and add the prawns, cooking them for 5-7 minutes until they turn golden and are fully cooked.
11. 11. Once the rice is cooked and fluffy, gently mix in the cooked prawns and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
12. 12. Serve warm, ensuring an even distribution of prawns and rice in each portion.