Tandoori King Prawn 串燒蝦 is a delicious and popular dish in Indian cuisine. It typically consists of large prawns, also known as king prawns, marinated in a mixture of yogurt and various spices, and then cooked in a traditional clay oven called a tandoor.
To prepare Tandoori King Prawns, the prawns are first cleaned and deveined. Then, a marinade is made by combining yogurt with spices such as ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, and garam masala. The prawns are then coated with this marinade and left to marinate for at least 30 minutes or longer to allow the flavors to infuse.
After marination, the prawns are typically skewered and cooked in a tandoor oven, which gives them a smoky and charred flavor. However, if you don’t have access to a tandoor oven, you can also cook them on a grill or in a regular oven.
The cooking time for Tandoori King Prawns depends on the size of the prawns and the cooking method used. They are usually cooked until they turn pink and opaque, which usually takes about 8-10 minutes in a tandoor or grill.
Tandoori King Prawns are often served as an appetizer or main course. They are commonly garnished with fresh coriander leaves and served with mint chutney, lemon wedges, and naan bread or rice.
