This is a Bengali style prawn/shrimp preparation that fits seamlessly in your keto diet plan. Shrimp/Prawn are steamed in a flavorful sauce made of mustard seeds, poppy seeds and fresh coconut. The use of mustard oil in the recipe makes it taste vibrant and delicious!
Soak mustard seeds and poppy seeds in a quarter cup of water for 10 min at least
Clean and devein the prawns/shrimp
Sprinkle some turmeric powder and salt and set aside
Grind the mustard seeds and poppy seedsĀ
in water till it forms a fine pasteĀ
Add grated coconut, 1 green chilli, turmeric powder, kashmiri red chilli powder and salt to the same grinder jar
Add enough water to grind to fine paste (I added 1/2 cup)
Transfer the shrimp/prawn to a metal dish (with a fitting lid). Add the paste to the shrimp/prawn
Add 2 tbsp. of mustard oil and mix well with the prawn/shrimp and add green chillies (to taste)
Steam the prawn/shrimp for 12-15 min
Garnish with another tbsp. of mustard oil and green chillies
Servings 4
* No Added Sugars. The sodium content may vary based on the amount of salt added in the recipe. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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