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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.

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 professional-grade authentic sweet-ocean flavor.
  • Ensuring the kokum is added provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade balance of acidity against spices.
  • The addition of a few 'Triphal' (Sichuan pepper) provides the essential professional-grade coastal-aromatic lift.
  • Always cook prawns for no more than 10 minutes specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade 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.