Chettinad Prawn Pakora with Coconut Chutney

Crispy Chettinad Prawn Pakora with coconut chutney is an authentic Indian appetizer from the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu. This flavorful and spicy dish is a must-try for seafood lovers. The puffed prawns and crunchy coconut chutney make it an absolute delight.

🛒 Ingredients

• 12 pieces Prawns
• 2 cups Gram Flour
• 1.5 tsp Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Cumin Powder
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Garam Masala
• 2 tbsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1 cup Cilantro
• 1 cup Coconut Oil
• 1 cup Chana Dal
• 1 medium Red Onion
• 1 cup Cilantro
• 1 medium Fresh Coconut
• 2 pieces Green Chilies

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large bowl, mix together the prawns, gram flour, chili powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala.

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   Step 2: Add the salt, lemon juice, and mix well.

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   Step 3: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

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   Step 4: Heat the coconut oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

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   Step 5: Remove the prawns from the refrigerator and add them to the hot oil in batches.

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   Step 6: Fry the prawns until they are golden brown and puffed, about 2-3 minutes.

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   Step 7: Remove the prawns from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate.

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   Step 8: To make the coconut chutney, blend together the chana dal, red onion, cilantro, green chilies, and coconut in a blender until smooth.

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   Step 9: Heat a tablespoon of coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.

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    Step 10: Add the blended coconut chutney to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

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    Step 11: Garnish with cilantro and serve with the Chettinad Prawn Pakora.

💡 Pro Tips

To make the Chettinad Prawn Pakora crispy, make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the prawns. Also, do not over-fry the prawns as they can become tough. For the coconut chutney, use fresh coconut for the best flavor. You can adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your taste.

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