Step 1:

1. Mix turmeric powder and salt with the washed prawns; keep aside for 10 minutes.
2. Saute prawns in a greased pan; keep aside.

Step 2:
Wet grind all the gravy spices without excess water.

Step 3:

1. Put 2 tbsp oil in a kadai; put 1 bay leaf and all of the ground spices; fry till oil separates; put in the prawns and mix well.
2. Add the other ingredients, mix well and let it cook for 5-10 mins. Adjust gravy as you please.
3. Serve hot with veg pulav preferably.

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