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Ceylon red prawns curry

 Ingredients : 

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
3 -4 curry leaves
750 g small raw prawns
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 small cinnamon stick
1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
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

Method : 

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

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

3. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until onions are soft
4. Add lemon juice and stir.

5. Taste and add more salt or lemon if required.

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