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    Tandoori prawns

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    In this recipe, Prawns are coated in a tandoori marinade and fried quickly for a delicious starter or side and it never fails to impress. The prawns and are plump, juicy and so full of flavour!

    Tandoori prawns in a blue platter with large spoon to side

    Tandoori Prawns

    I love Tandoori Prawns. These prawns are marinaded in a yoghurt based marinade. (I didn't add the very bright red colouring that you might usually see with tandoori dishes here but you can add it if you like. I do add it sometimes).

    This recipe makes for such a delicious hassle free side/part of a main meal or a starter. They are delicious served with Rice, Roti or Naan.

    what you need to make tandoori prawns

    Here’s what you need:

    • Plain Yoghurt & Double Cream - To add richness and flavour.
    • Ginger, Garlic, Green Chilli – Crushed.
    • Oil and Butter – for frying.
    • Ground Spices –Turmeric, Chilli, Coriander, Cumin, Garam Masala, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Mace.
    • Fresh Coriander – Adds a lot of flavour.
    • Prawns – I like to keep the heads on for this recipe but you can remove them if you prefer.
    • Carom Seeds - Add a strong, earthy, fragrant slightly bitter flavour.
    • Lemon Juice, Salt and Pepper - Tenderises and brings everything together.

    how to make tandoori prawns

    Full instructions at the bottom of the page:

    Clean Prawns. Method linked below under Tips. Add all the marinade ingredients to the Prawns and set aside for 5 minutes.

    Cleaned Prawns in a dish with salt on top

     

    Prawns in a dish with all marinade ingredients on top

    Heat Oil in a large flat pan.

    Once hot, add the Prawns and cook for 2 – 3 minutes MAX per side. Thos depends on the size and thickness of the prawns.

    Marinaded prawns cooking in a frying pan

    Tandoori Prawns cooking in a frying pan

    Squeeze over some Lemon Juice and serve.

    Here they are when made with some colouring, minus the heads and on a bbq.

    Tandoori Prawns in platter with lemons and coriander scattered on top

    tips for the tandoori prawns

    • Use Fresh or Frozen Prawns – It is easy to get good quality frozen prawns these days. I love the 12 in Shell Madagascan Prawns from M&S.
    • Pat the Prawns dry – When using either fresh or frozen prawns, pat them dry before cooking them.
    • Devein Prawns – Watch this video on how to devein prawns without removing the head.
    • Cook a few at a time – It is tempting to shove all the prawns in the pan together but this forces the temperature of the oil/butter down and then the prawns are steaming rather the frying. Which means they won’t be as delicious!
    • Do not overcook them – Prawns need very little time to cook. I wouldn’t go for any more then 2 – 3 minutes per side. Overcooked prawns are tough, rubbery and just not very nice.
    • Cook over high heat – We want to sear the prawns so high heat is crucial.
    • Tandoori Powder or Paste - You can use a sore brought Tandoori Powder or paste to cut down on time. You can also add 1 tbsp of Tandoori Powder to the marinade above to amp up the flavour.

    how to serve these prawns

    Serve with Jeera Rice, Roti or Naan. They go best with Rice in my opinion so Peri Peri Rice works too.

    more seafood recipes you may enjoy:

    Chilli Garlic Prawns

    Prawn Fry

    Goan Prawn Curry

    Fish Tikka

    Indian Salmon Fish

    For sides:

    Kachumber Salad

    Onion Raita

    **if you make something from  tiffin and tea, i would love to see your creations! don’t forget to rate this recipe and leave a comment below! we love to hear from you. safira x

    Tandoori prawns in a blue platter with large spoon to side
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    Tandoori prawns 

    In this recipe, prawns are coated in a tandoori marinade and fried quickly for a delicious starter or side and it never fails to impress. The prawns and are plump, juicy and so full of flavour!

    Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Sides, Starters
    Cuisine Indian
    Keyword Chilli Garlic Prawns, Indian Prawns, Tandoori Prawns
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 6 minutes
    Total Time 11 minutes
    Servings 16 Prawns
    Calories 27 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    • 16 King Prawns Devined, See Notes

    Marinade

    • 2 tbsp Plain Yoghurt
    • 2 tbsp Double Cream
    • 1 tbsp Ginger Paste
    • 1 tbsp Garlic Paste
    • 1 tsp Green Chilli Paste
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • ¼ tsp Ground Turmeric
    • 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
    • 1 tbsp Coriander Powder
    • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
    • 1 tsp Ground Cardamom
    • ½ tsp Ground Mace
    • ¼ tsp Ground Cinnamon Powder
    • ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper
    • 1 tbsp Fresh Coriander Chopped finely
    • 1 tsp Carom Seeds Ajwain

    To fry and serve

    • 2 tbsp Oil
    • 1 ½ tbsp Lemon Juice

    Instructions

    1. Clean Prawns. Method linked below under Tips. Add all the marinade ingredients to the Prawns and set aside for 5 minutes.

    2. Heat Oil in a large flat pan.

    3. Once hot, add the Prawns and cook for 2 – 3 minutes MAX per side. Thos depends on the size and thickness of the prawns.

    4. Squeeze over some more Lemon Juice and serve.

    Recipe Notes

    tips for the tandoori prawns

    • Use Fresh or Frozen Prawns – It is easy to get good quality frozen prawns these days. I love the 12 in Shell Madagascan Prawns from M&S.
    • Pat the Prawns dry – When using either fresh or frozen prawns, pat them dry before cooking them.
    • Devein Prawns – Watch this video on how to devein prawns without removing the head.
    • Cook a few at a time – It is tempting to shove all the prawns in the pan together but this forces the temperature of the oil/butter down and then the prawns are steaming rather the frying. Which means they won’t be as delicious!
    • Do not overcook them – Prawns need very little time to cook. I wouldn’t go for any more then 2 – 3 minutes per side. Overcooked prawns are tough, rubbery and just not very nice.
    • Cook over high heat – We want to sear the prawns so high heat is crucial.
    • Tandoori Powder or Paste - You can use a sore brought Tandoori Powder or paste to cut down on time. You can also add 1 tbsp of Tandoori Powder to the marinade above to amp up the flavour.

    how to serve these prawns

    Serve with Jeera Rice, Roti or Naan. They go best with Rice in my opinion so Peri Peri Rice works too.

    Nutrition Facts
    Tandoori prawns 
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 27 Calories from Fat 18
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2g3%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Trans Fat 1g
    Cholesterol 18mg6%
    Sodium 195mg8%
    Potassium 23mg1%
    Carbohydrates 1g0%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 2g4%
    Vitamin A 34IU1%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 19mg2%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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