Mangalore Cucumber and Prawns in Coconut Gravy

Mangalore Cucumber and Prawns in Coconut Gravy

Ingredients

Prawns (big sized) – 150 gm

Mangalore Cucumber – 600 gms

Masala paste

Fresh Coconut (grated) – ¾ cup

Red Chilies (byadgi variety) – 12 (adjust according to spice level)

 Coriander seeds – 1 tbsp

Cumin seeds – 1 tsp

Peppercorns – 12 to 14

Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

Ginger – 1 inch

Garlic – 5 to 6 flakes

Onions (medium sized) – 1

Tamarind – 1 small ball

Methi (fenugreek seeds) – ¼ tsp

Ajwain – pinch

Tempering

Coconut oil – 1 tbsp

Curry leaves – 10 to 12

Green chilies (slit) 3 to 4

Onions (medium sized) – 1

Method

Clean and devein the prawns

Deseed the cucumber and cut them into pieces with the skin

Masala paste

Roast the chilies and other spices

Cool and grind

Roast the ginger, garlic, onion and coconut

Cool and grind along with the spices

Wash the mixie and retain the water

Use it to cook the vegetable

Use a clay pot for cooking for a distinctive flavor

When it is more than half done; add the masala paste and adjust the water content for gravy

Cover and cook

When the veggie is done and the gravy starts bubbling, remove the lid and let it cook till you see oil released from the coconut on the surface

Add the prawns and let it cook

Tempering

Heat coconut oil

Add finely chopped onions and green chilies and fry

Add curry leaves and fry

Pour this into the gravy

Close the lid and keep it aside for at least 2 hours for the flavours to be well absorbed

Serve with steamed Mangalorean red rice  

  

Health Benefits of Mangalore Cucumber

Excellent source of fibre

Rich in Vitamins A, C, E and K

Rich in antioxidants

Delays ageing process 

Health Benefits of Prawns

Rich in protein, omega-3, vitamins A and E, potassium, calcium, and phosphorus

Has low fat content

High level of zinc - improves immunity

Contains copper, phosphorus, and magnesium – promotes bone health

Anti-oxidants - improves skin health

Anti-ageing - prevents formation of wrinkles, fine lines and crow’s feet

Protects skin against harmful UV rays

Boosts collagen 

Health Benefits Of Red Rice

Helps in weight management

Anti-diabetic
Anti-inflammatory properties
Gluten free
Promotes heart health
Energy booster

Health Benefits of Coconut 

According to a study, coconut oil increased levels of good cholesterol or high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) without significant increase in levels of bad cholesterol or low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol

Contains lauric acid which is said to support the immune system

Contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). MCTs induce satiety, which eventually prevents overeating

MCTs increase insulin sensitivity.. this leads to better sugar control and promotes weight loss

Promotes health of prostate glands

Has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties

Anti-ageing

Skin glow

Restores dry, damaged hair