To begin making the Prawns Theeyal recipe, start by taking grated coconuts in a blender and blending it so it becomes fine

This will help the coconut to brown evenly and faster

In a wok/kadhai, take coconuts and start roasting on medium flame

Stir every 10 seconds to avoid burning

Once the coconuts have achieved light brown colour add coriander seeds, red chilly, some curry leaves, 2-3 shallots, cumin seeds, fenugreek, turmeric powder and roast

Once the coconut mixture is nicely roasted and achieved a deep brown colour take it off heat to cool

Once cooled blend the mixture in blender

First blend it to powder everything

Then add the tamarind pulp and little water and blend

Blend till it becomes a cohesive smooth paste

In the same wok/kadai, heat some coconut oil

Once hot, splutter some mustard seeds

Add the remaining shallots and garlic and sauté till everything turns translucent

Add curry leaves and sauté for another minute

Add the coconut paste in and give a good mix

Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil

Add salt as per taste and let it boil until the oil starts appearing on top

This will take 5-10 minutes

Now add cleaned prawns and let it cook for 3-5 minutes before switching off the flame

Serve Prawns Theeyal Recipe with hot steamed rice for a perfect weekday meal