Restaurant-Style Tandoori Prawns Made at Home in 30 Minutes

Have you ever craved the smoky, spicy goodness of restaurant-style tandoori prawns but thought it was too complicated to make at home? Here’s a little secret: this recipe is incredibly simple, and you don’t need an endless list of fancy ingredients. In fact, you probably already have everything you need in your kitchen. With just a few steps and 30 minutes, you can whip up perfectly juicy, flavorful prawns that will leave everyone thinking you ordered in from a top restaurant. Ready to impress your taste buds without breaking a sweat?

Ingredients : Easy Restaurant-Style Tandoori Prawns Recipe

• 500g prawns (cleaned and deveined)
• 1 cup thick yogurt (hung curd)
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon kashmiri red chili powder ( For colour )
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon mustard oil (or any cooking oil)
• Salt to taste

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Prepare the Marinade

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk yogurt until smooth.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, coriander powder, lemon juice, and salt.
3. Drizzle mustard oil for an authentic smoky flavor.
4. Mix everything well to form a thick marinade.

Step 2: Marinate the Prawns

1. Add cleaned prawns to the marinade and coat them evenly.
2. Let the prawns marinate for at least 15 minutes. For deeper flavor, refrigerate for up to an hour.

Step 3: Cook the Tandoori Prawns

1. Preheat your grill pan, oven, or air fryer to medium-high heat.
2. Brush the surface lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
3. Place the marinated prawns on skewers or directly on the cooking surface.
4. Grill/cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until prawns turn golden and charred at the edges.
5. Ensure the prawns are cooked through but not overdone to retain juiciness.

Serving Suggestions

1. Garnish the tandoori prawns with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
2. Squeeze some lemon juice over the top for a zesty kick.
3. Serve hot with mint chutney, onion rings, and naan or as an appetizer.

Bonus Tips : Restaurant-Style Tandoori Prawns

• Avoid overcooking prawns as they tend to become rubbery.
• If you don’t have a grill pan, a regular frying pan or oven works just as well.
• For a more authentic smoky flavor, you can use the “dhungar method” by placing a piece of hot charcoal in a bowl with the prawns, adding a few drops of oil, and covering it for 2 minutes.

And there you have it – a simple, flavorful, and restaurant-style tandoori prawn recipe that you can whip up at home in just 30 minutes! Whether it’s for a family dinner, a weekend treat, or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress. The best part? You don’t need fancy equipment or rare ingredients – just a little love and a few pantry staples.

Give this recipe a try, and let me know how it turned out in the comments below. I’d love to hear about your experience and any twists you added to make it your own.

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