Tandoori Prawns

• 500 gm tiger prawns, de-veined and shelled
• 2 tbsp black peppercorns
• 10 gm cardamom
• 10 gm coriander seeds
• 4 cloves
• 1 tbsp turmeric powder
• 2 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp garlic paste
• 2 tbsp ginger paste
• Salt to taste
• Food colour, red (optional)

Step 1

Take de-veined and shelled tiger prawns and wash them properly.

Step 2

In a bowl, take turmeric powder, red chilli powder, ginger and garlic paste, crushed peppercorns, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom and cloves. Mix it well.

Step 3

Add prawns to the above mixture and let the masala coat the prawns well. Allow it to marinate for 15 – 20 minutes.

Step 4

Heat a lightly oiled chargrill pan or barbeque on medium-high heat and thread prawns onto 3 – 4 skewers.

Step 5

Keep rotating the sides of the prawns so that it cooks well. It will take around 15-20 minutes.

Step 6

Roast it till it develops a golden brown.

Step 7

You can even add food colour in the marination, but its best to avoid it.

Step 8

Serve hot with green chutney.

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