The Goan Prawns Curry (Goenchi Sungta Kodi in Konkani) is one of the best coconut-based curries one could ever try!
Pairing the unmistakable, lovely flavour of prawns (or shrimps) with the commonly used spices, tangy tamarind and sour Aambya Sol, has brought into existence a curry so aromatic and exploding with flavour, yet so appropriately balanced, it is indeed a culinary genius. Goan recipes are distinguished by their bright, show-stopping hues, which in turn bring satisfaction not only to one's belly but also to the eyes :) Honestly, it's rare to not spot vibrancy in our dishes— it's no wonder that Goans also have bright, cheerful behaviours!

If you'd like to watch and learn how to clean and devein prawns, watch this Stuffed Prawns recipe:    • Garlic-Butter-Cheese Stuffed Prawns |...  

1 US Cup = 240 ml

Ingredients:
20-30 Prawns, washed and deveined (I got them in mixed sizes)
1/2 teaspoon Salt

For the Curry Paste:
1 Cup or 90 grams Fresh, Grated Coconut
1 Tablespoon Coriander Seeds
1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
1 teaspoon (levelled) Cumin Seeds
5 Black Peppercorns
5-6 Garlic cloves
1" piece of Ginger
2 dry, red Bedgi Chillies
3 dry, red Kashmiri Chillies
A small lemon-sized ball of Tamarind soaked in warm water
Water as needed for grinding to a paste

For the Curry:
3 Tablespoons Oil
2 medium-sized Onions, sliced finely
2 Green chillies, slit
1 medium-sized Tomato, chopped
The prepared Prawns
The prepared Curry Paste
Water to adjust consistency
4-5 Aambya Sol (Dried, raw mango; can be substituted with equal numbers of Kokum rind or some Tamarind juice)
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon Sugar
A slit chilli, optional
Fresh, finely chopped Coriander for garnish

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Music Credits: Bencdaita Pai (Sweater Kori) from the Konkani movie Amchem Noxib; an instrumental by Tabitha Dias