Venad Pal Konch/Grilled prawns in coconut milk (Inspired by Chef Pillai's recipe)

    Venad pal konch is a kollam style grilled prawns tossed with coconut milk. I came across this recipe by Chef Pillai and was very eager to try it. We tried and it was so yummy and full of flavor. Its a must try recipe folks !!!



Ingredients:
  • Coconut milk - 1/4 cup
  • Ginger - 1 small piece (Julienne)
  • Green chilli - 1 slit
  • Curry leaves - 1 sprig (chopped)
  • Coconut oil
For marination
  • Prawns (cleaned) - 250 gm
  • Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Pepper powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Crushed red chilli - 1 tsp
  • Crushed garlic (preferably with skin) - 3
  • Coconut oil 1 tbsp
  • Salt to taste
Preparation:
  • Marinate the cleaned prawns with the ingredients for marination and keep aside for 30 mins.
  • Take a bowl and mix together coconut milk, chopped curry leaves, a little coconut oil and keep aside. (refer notes)
  • Heat oil in a pan and place the marinated prawns.
  • Add green chilli slit, crushed garlic and ginger julienne.
  • Cook the prawns in medium heat for 2 - 3 mins.
  • Flip the prawns and cook the other side also.
  • Sprinkle the coconut milk mix evenly over the prawns.
  • Mix well and cook for 2 more minutes until all masalas are absorbed well by the prawns.
  • Switch off the flame and serve hot !!
Notes:
  • I added a pinch of salt and pepper powder in the coconut milk mix. It was not in the original recipe. you may or may not add depending on your taste.
  • I didn't add curry leaves in the coconut milk as it was out of stock.
  • Do not overcook the prawns as it will become rubbery.

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