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Chungudi Jhola

Chungudi Jhola

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Chungudi Jhola is a majestic, robust, and profoundly aromatic Odia heritage prawn curry, uniquely celebrated for its thin fiery gravy and intense focus on coastal spices. This recipe features specifically cleaned prawns slow-cooked in a professional-grade mixture of onions, ginger, and garlic. Known for its sophisticated flavor and status as a premier non-vegetarian delicacy in traditional Odisha seafood dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage healthy coastal cooking. The taste is intensely savory and spicy, with the mustard oil providing a unique professional-grade pungent lift. Best enjoyed hot from the professional-grade bowl with steamed rice. A Mandatory staple for grand non-vegetarian feasts.

Chungudi Jhola Recipe
Odia Prawn Curry
Authentic Chungudi Jhola
Traditional Odia Seafood Curry
Best Chungudi Jhola
Spicy Prawn Stew Odisha
Coastal Odia Prawn
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

500g Fresh Prawns (Chungudi), cleaned
2 Large Onions, finely chopped
1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
2 Large Tomatoes, pureed
1 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Red chilli powder
1 tsp Cumin powder
1 tsp Coriander powder
1 tsp Garam masala powder
3 tbsp Mustard Oil
Salt to taste
Fresh Coriander for garnish
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using sea-fresh prawns is mandatory for achieving the most juicy results.
  • Ensuring the prawns are not over-cooked provides the absolute secret to preventing a rubbery texture profile.
  • The addition of a little coconut milk provide the essential richness found in coastal heritage recipes.
  • Always use mustard oil to ensure the signature pungent Odia aroma.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250g))

Calories

260 kcal

Protein

24g

Fat

16g

Carbs

6g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.