Karwari Prawn Curry

This recipe is from a restaurant in the town of Karwar in Karnataka state, India. Got it from a friend who was passing thru to Goa.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 5

Ingredients

• 4  cups unsweetened flaked coconut
• 3⁄4 lb  prawns, peeled and deveined
• 1  onion, chopped
• 1  cup water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garam masala
• 1  teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1⁄4 cup cashew halves
• 3  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 1  teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a large saute pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and saute till transparent.
2. Add coconut and water to the onions, and saute for a few minutes. Mix in turmeric, cayenne pepper, cashews and salt. Add prawns and stir.
3. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes. Serve hot as is or over cooked rice.