| By : Mohini ( Posted on :24 Feb, 2007 ) | Total Views : 617 | Previous | Next |
Ingredients
Shelled prawns - 1/2kg
Cumin seeds - 1tsp
Peppercorns - 1tsp
Kashmiri chillies - 10
Vinegar to taste
Ground turmeric - 1tsp
Oil - 2tbs
Minced onions - 4
Curry leaves - handful
Finely chopped ginger - 1"piece
Finely chopped garlic - 1pod
Finely chopped green chillies - 4
Salt to taste
Directions
1. Grind together the cumin, peppercorns and kashmiri chillies with the vinegar. Mix in the turmeric.
2. Heat oil and fry the onions till brown. Add prawns, ground masala, curry leaves, garlic, ginger and green chillies. Mix well and simmer for 10 minutes or until the prawns are cooked.
Note : Balcho can also be prepared using meat and fish.
