Today we are going to see how to make yummy, tasty and healthy home-style Prawn Thokku.  |
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Some interesting information about Prawns and Prawn thokku
Prawn thokku is a famous dish liked by many non-vegetarians and seafood lovers. Just like chicken and mutton, there are many people who like to eat seafood like fish, crabs and prawns.
Prawn is a food that offers various health benefits. Prawn thokku is famous in most of the southern states of India.
Prawns are aquatic creatures that are usually found in both fresh and saltwater. They usually tend to live in groups.
Prawns are the most popular seafood and are used in many dishes worldwide, both from freshwater and the sea.
They are low in calories and packed with nutrients, making them a great choice for quick and easy meals.
In India, each region has its own special prawn dish made with local ingredients.
Seawater prawns are tasty and juicy. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and proteins and are known for their antioxidant properties.
Their sweet flavour and soft texture make them perfect for baked appetizers, curries and rice dishes.
In Indonesia, people have practiced prawn farming in the rice fields for many centuries during dry seasons when rice could not be grown.
After Indonesia, the United States of America and Southeast Asia also have a lot of prawn farming.
Eating prawns has several health benefits, which makes them a popular export in many countries.
Health Benefits of Eating Prawn
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Before, prawns were not so famous among people, but now the interest in eating prawns has increased a lot.
Once you taste the prawn, then you will search for it very often. Not only for its taste but also for its several health benefits.
Are you eager to learn what advantages exist in a creature that is even smaller than our finger? Come! Let's read and find out together.
1. Weight Loss
Prawn is packed with a lot of protein and vitamin D. It contains no carbohydrates at all. Therefore, those who are all looking to lose weight can enjoy eating this prawn dish.
2. Reduce signs of ageing
Ultraviolet rays from sunlight can cause wrinkles on the skin. If we include prawn in our diet once a week, our skin will look much more beautiful.
It is said that prawn has a substance called carotenoid that is found in high amounts, acting as a powerful antioxidant. This helps protect the skin from wrinkles caused by sunlight and external radiation.
3. Hair Loss
Prawn is rich in zinc, which greatly supports hair health. Therefore, including prawns in your diet regularly can help prevent hair loss.
4. Bone health
Prawn contains protein, calcium, potassium, and many vitamins that help prevent bone deterioration. Including prawns in your diet can help resolve bone issues and strengthen them again.
5. Brain Health
Astaxanthin, a substance found in prawns, helps improve memory. It supports brain health by enhancing memory, understanding, and focus.
Some studies suggest it helps keep brain cells alive and protects against brain inflammation diseases.
6. Thyroid hormone secretion
The presence of iodine in the prawn helps in the production of thyroid hormones.
These hormones are very important during pregnancy and greatly support the development of the baby's brain.
Required Ingredients for Making Prawn Thokku
Prawn - 1 kilogram
Large onions - 3 pieces
Tomatoes - 6 pieces
Ginger-garlic paste - 2 teaspoons
Turmeric powder - ½ teaspoon
Chilli powder - 1 teaspoon
Kashmiri chilli powder - 1 teaspoon
Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
Pepper powder - 1 teaspoon
Fennel powder - ½ teaspoon
Cumin powder - ½ teaspoon
Garam masala powder - 1 teaspoon
Coriander leaves - 1 handful
Ghee - 3 teaspoons
Cooking oil - 3 teaspoons
Salt - As needed
Procedure for making Prawn Thokku
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- First, you need to clean the prawn well before using them.
- Take a pan and heat it on the stove. Add 1 teaspoon of ghee and 3 teaspoons of cooking oil, and let it heat up.
- Once it is hot, add chopped onions and sauté them.
- When the onion is well sauteed, add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell goes away.
- Now, add chopped tomatoes and sauté it. The tomatoes should cook down well and become mushy. They need to reach a thick thokku consistency.
- Once the tomatoes reached the correct consistency, add turmeric powder, chilli powder, kashmiri chilli powder, coriander powder, fennel powder, cumin powder and garam masala powder. Sauté them well. Then add the required amount of salt.
- Now, add the cleaned prawn to it, then mix in half a glass of water (since the prawn will release a lot of water, half a glass will be enough). Cover the pan and let it cook.
- Cook the prawn for 5 minutes by closing the pan with a lid; open the lid after 5 minutes and cook the prawn in the open pan until it reaches the thokku consistency.
- The cooking time is very important; it should be well cooked and tender in 7 to 10 minutes.
- Once it is cooked and has achieved that perfect thokku consistency, finish it off by sprinkling some pepper powder, adding a drizzle of ghee, and garnishing with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
That's it! Our delicious prawn thokku is ready now.
Some Notes for Making Prawn Thokku
The prawns should be well-cleaned. You should definitely remove the intestinal (gut) part fully before using it.
If you don't remove the gut properly, there is a chance of food allergies. So, make sure to clean the gut well before using it.
Cooking prawn for the right amount of time is very important. If you cook it for more than 10 minutes, it will become rubbery.
Cooking it for 7 to 10 minutes is just right. Do not cook it longer than that.
We should select and use nicely ripped tomatoes for this prawn thokku. I prefer natty tomatoes. Ripped natty tomatoes give excellent taste and colour to this prawn thokku.
Wow! Our Delicious Mouth-Watering Prawn Thokku is ready to enjoy now. Share it with your loved ones and enjoy eating together!
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