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Kolambi Masala

Kolambi Masala

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Kolambi Masala is a majestic and profoundly vibrant Konkani heritage seafood curry, uniquely celebrated for its spicy prawn and coconut profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of fresh prawns simmered in a bold 'Malvani' gravy flavored with coconut, triphal, and kokum to achieve a professional-grade pungent-and-tangy profile. Known for its sophisticated deep-red appearance and status as a world-famous mandatory coastal meal in traditional high-end Maharashtrian luxury household sessions, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Coastal-Gourmet' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-spicy, with the prawns providing a unique professional-grade juicy-tender lift. Best enjoyed hot with Bhakri or Steamed Rice. A mandatory choice for the refined regional seafood seekers.

Kolambi Masala Recipe
Prawn Masala Marathi Style
Best Coastal Prawn Curry
Authentic Konkani Seafood
Spicy Shrimp Gravy
Traditional Malvani Prawns
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

500g Fresh Prawns, cleaned and deveined
1 cup Fresh coconut, ground
2 tbsp Malvani Masala
1 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Red chili powder
3-4 Kokum petals
1 Large Onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
1 tsp Mustard seeds
Pure Cow Ghee or Oil
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh prawns instead of frozen is mandatory for achieving the most authentic sweet-ocean flavor.
  • Ensuring the kokum is added provides the absolute secret to achieving superior balance of acidity against spices.
  • The addition of a few 'Triphal' (Sichuan pepper) provides the essential coastal-aromatic lift.
  • Always cook prawns for no more than 10 minutes to ensure the signature juicy-tender mouthfeel is maintained.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 portion (250g))

Calories

280 kcal

Protein

22g

Fat

16g

Carbs

12g

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