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बालचाऊ – Prawn Balchão
Spicy prawn pickle with a robust flavour, typically Goan.
80 min total (prep 20 · cook 60)· Serves 4· Advanced·New
Borrowed from the Portuguese pickling tradition, this tangy and spicy dish plays an essential role in Goan weddings and celebrations.
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Method
- 1Grind chilies, ginger, and garlic with vinegar into a paste.
- 2Marinate prawns in the paste for 30 minutes.
- 3In a pan, fry chopped onions until brown.
- 4Add marinated prawns and cook until tender.
- 5Stir in tomato paste and sugar. Simmer gently.
Chef's tips
- Use fresh prawns for better flavour.
- Balance chili and sugar for taste.
The story
Borrowed from the Portuguese pickling tradition, this tangy and spicy dish plays an essential role in Goan weddings and celebrations.
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