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Dried Shrimp Masala Recipe | Prawn powder
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Driedshrimp masala is a flavorful spice blend made with dried shrimp as one of thekey ingredients. It is commonly used in South Indian and Southeast Asiancuisines to add a unique umami flavor to various dishes.

Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Dried Shrimp Masala Recipe, Prawn powder
Author: Uppada Lakshmi
Ingredients
  • Dry shrimps – 250 gms.
  • Oil – 2 tbsp.
  • Dry red chilies – 50 gms.
  • Coriander seeds – 3 tbsp.
  • Cumin seeds – 2 tbsp.
  • Curry leaves – 2 tbsp.
  • Crystal salt – 2 tbsp.
  • Tamarind – small lemon size
  • Garlic cloves – 18 No.
Instructions
  1. Because dried prawns may contain foreign particles and dust, filter them before frying them.
  2. Dry roast the prawns for a few minutes over low heat until crisp. Transfer to a separate plate to cool.
  3. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and add the dry red chilies. Roast them over a low heat and transfer to a separate platter.
  4. To the remaining oil, add the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Roast on a low heat.
  5. In a mixer grinder, combine the fried dry red chiles, coriander seeds, crystal salt, and tamarind.
  6. Grind the garlic cloves with their skins finely.
  7. You will find no moisture in dry prawns after cooling. It readily turns to powder when crushed with your fingertips.
  8. Grind the shrimps to a soft powder in a mixer grinder. Dry prawn powder should be kept in an airtight container.

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