"rathu Isso Curry" Sri Lankan Red Prawn Curry

Ingredients

• 750 g small raw prawns
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
• 1 small cinnamon stick
• 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 3-4 curry leaves
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised (or 2 strips of lemon rind)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups coconut milk
• good squeeze lemon juice

Directions

1. 1

   Wash prawns and remove heads but leave shells on ( in Sri Lanka prawns are cooked with the shell on for better flavour).

2. 2

   Put all ingredients, except lemon juice, into a saucepan and bring slowly to simmering point.

3. 3

   Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until onions are soft.

4. 4

   Add lemon juice and stir.

5. 5

   Taste and add more salt or lemon if required.