Kerala Chemmean (Prawn) Roast

Chemmeen Roast is a coastal Kerala delicacy where prawns are cooked in a fiery masala of shallots, chilies, and garam masala, and slow-roasted in coconut oil until deeply caramelized. Kolumboo Coconut Oil gives it the authentic coastal aroma.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

25 Minutes

Serving

3 to 4 People

Kolumboo Coconut oil

Naturally Extracted, Free from Heat or Chemicals.

Spicy, smoky, and packed with punch — this prawn roast is Kerala in a bite.

Ingredients

Prawns – 500g (cleaned, deveined)

Shallots – 10 (sliced)

Garlic – 6 cloves (crushed)

Ginger – 1 inch (crushed)

Tomato – 1 (chopped)

Green chili – 1 (slit)

Turmeric – 1/2 tsp

Red chili powder – 1 tsp

Coriander powder – 1 tsp

Garam masala – 1/2 tsp

Salt – to taste

Curry leaves – 2 sprigs

Kolumboo Coconut Oil – 3 tbsp

Instructions

Marinate prawns with turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Set aside.

Heat coconut oil. Sauté shallots, garlic, ginger, and green chili till golden.

Add tomato, cook till mushy. Add remaining masalas and fry.

Add prawns and stir on medium flame till water evaporates.

Roast with curry leaves on low flame till prawns are coated and caramelized.