Eral Varuval (spicy Sri Lankan Prawn Stir-fry)
Eral Varuval is a popular Sri Lankan dish featuring succulent prawns stir-fried with aromatic spices. This spicy and flavorful prawn stir-fry is perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 500g prawns, cleaned and deveined
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 3-4 green chilies, slit lengthwise
- 1 sprig curry leaves
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan and sauté the onions, green chilies, and curry leaves until the onions turn golden brown.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
- Now, add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the prawns and cook for 5-6 minutes until they are cooked through.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the prawns and stir well.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
Supplies
Frying pan Spatula
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Eral Varuval with steamed rice or roti for a satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
Adjust the spice levels according to your preference for a milder or spicier dish.
Cost
$15