Irfaan’s Fish & Prawn Masala 250g

Irfaan’s Fish and Prawn Masala is a popular recipe in Indian coastal cuisine. It is a flavorful blend of spices, herbs, and condiments that adds a depth of flavor to the seafood.

Here is a simple recipe for making Fish and Prawn Masala.

Ingredients:

500 grams of fish and prawns (cleaned and deveined)
1 tablespoon ginger paste
1 tablespoon garlic paste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
For the Masala:

2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
2-3 dry red chilies
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon dried mango powder (amchur)
1 teaspoon garam masala
Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. In a dry skillet, roast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, black peppercorns, fennel seeds, and dry red chilies for 1-2 minutes over medium heat until fragrant.
2. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the spices cool down to room temperature.
3. Once cooled, transfer the spices to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle and grind into a fine powder.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground spices with turmeric powder, red chili powder, dried mango powder, garam masala, and salt to taste.
5. In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
6. Add ginger paste and garlic paste to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
7. Add the prepared masala to the pan and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
8. Add the fish and prawns to the pan and coat them well with the masala.
9. Cover the pan and let the seafood cook in the masala for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
10. Once the seafood is cooked, remove the pan from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
11. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Fish and Prawn Masala is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy seafood. The combination of spices and herbs adds a unique flavor and aroma to the dish. You can adjust the level of spiciness as per your preference. Make sure to clean and devein the seafood properly before cooking to ensure that it is safe to eat.