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Prawns Hooman

Prawns Hooman

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Prawns Hooman is a majestic, robust, and profoundly aromatic Goan heritage coconut curry, uniquely celebrated for its vibrant yellow color and intense creamy profile. This recipe features specifically cleaned fresh prawns simmered in a silky gravy of ground coconut, turmeric, and dried red chilies. Known for its sophisticated flavor simplicity and status as a premier daily staple in traditional Goan dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage healthy non-vegetarian seafood. The taste is intensely sweet-savory and milky, with the kokum Providing a unique professional-grade tangy lift. Best enjoyed with hot steamed rice. A Mandatory staple for every Goan home.

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

500g Prawns, cleaned and deveined
1.5 cups Fresh Coconut, grated
4-5 Dried Red chilies
1 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tbsp Coriander seeds
1 Onion, finely sliced
3-4 Kokum petals
1 tbsp Coconut oil
Salt to taste
2 Green chilies, slit
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using freshly extracted coconut paste is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade yellow hue.
  • Ensuring the prawns are added only after the gravy boils provides the absolute secret to achieved a tender bite.
  • The addition of kokum provides the essential professional-grade tangy lift found in Goan seafood.
  • Always use coconut oil for the final aroma specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade coastal experience.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250g))

Calories

270 kcal

Protein

20g

Fat

16g

Carbs

10g

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