Chemmeen Moilee Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500g fresh prawns, cleaned and deveined
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise
• 1-inch ginger, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• A handful of curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds. Let them splutter.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Add chopped ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Sauté for another couple of minutes until fragrant.
4. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Stir well to combine.
5. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy and oil starts to separate.
6. Now, add cleaned prawns to the mixture. Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink.
7. Pour in coconut milk and stir gently. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes on low heat.
8. Season with salt according to taste and add curry leaves for flavor.
9. Once the curry reaches desired consistency, turn off the heat. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. Serve hot with steamed rice or appam. Enjoy the flavors of South India!

About Chemmeen Moilee: Chemmeen Moilee is a classic South Indian seafood delicacy hailing from the coastal regions of Kerala. It's a coconut-based curry with a perfect balance of spices that beautifully complement the sweetness of fresh prawns. The creamy texture of coconut milk combined with the aromatic flavors of curry leaves and mustard seeds creates a culinary experience that's both comforting and indulgent. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, Chemmeen Moilee is a celebration of the bountiful seafood treasures of the South. Enjoyed with steamed rice or traditional appam, this dish is a true delight for seafood lovers!