Chettinad Shrimp Sukka can be made in minutes, as shrimps get cooked in seconds. It goes very well with rice, especially with Sambar Rice and Rasam rice. You should give it a try.
Chettinad Shrimp Sukka is the best spicy side for rice and the best to have as an appetizer, too. I'm still in my holiday mood, but the snowy winter outside my window makes me go for a hot 'n' spicy dish like this recipe.
This dish can also be prepared in minutes, as shrimp get cooked in seconds. It goes very well with Rice, especially with Sambar. You should give it a try.
You may also check with other authentic recipes of South India, like Madurai Chicken Curry.
Shrimp cooked with warm spices. Serving as a spicy appetizer with fantastic salads makes the moments more beautiful.
What is Chettinad Shrimp Sukka?
Chettinad shrimp sukka is an Indian shrimp fry made in the famous Tamil cuisine Chettinad style. Chettinad cuisine is known for its spicy dishes made with authentic Indian spices, called prawns sukka, locally in India.
In these words, Chettinad is a renowned Tamil cuisine. The term ‘sukka’ refers to a well-fried dish. In this shrimp fry Indian recipe, shrimp is cooked with ingredients like peppercorn, cumin seeds, garlic, and red chili powder. The dish is very spicy, perfect for serving as an appetizer or a side dish.
To mention, shrimp is called 'prawn' in India.
What does Indian Shrimp fry taste like?
This tastes super hot and spicy, perfect for the Indian taste buds. If you are looking for recipes that are fiery for the evening? Or are you searching for a spicy side dish for a simple everyday meal? This spicy fry is the best for you.
Every bite of this Indian shrimp fry gives you a wow feeling when paired with a simple dish—alternate every bite with another mild food that makes you feel like a rollercoaster taste ride.
Do you feel that this spice level is hot? Nothing to bother you; you are making it at home, so you have complete control in adding the spices.
Key Ingredients
Shrimp/Prawns. You may use fresh or frozen shrimp. Remove the shell and remove the vein. Sharp knives would help remove the vein quickly. Wash and clean them a couple of times until clear water is seen.
The remarkable store-bought deveined shrimps cut the preparation time to 90%. This Indian shrimp fry recipe works with prawns.
Peppercorn. The whole black peppercorn is the best for the recipe. Crushing them fresh gives an enchanting aroma. Peppercorn does not taste hot at the first bite, but it hits you after tasting a couple of shrimps. So, decide the peppercorn level to make this perfect prawn fry masala.
Garlic. This neutralizes the shrimp's natural odor and, at the same time, boosts the flavor of the dish. I would suggest using the garlic cloves and not the garlic powder.
Red chili powder. This adds a nice color and heat to the dish. You may swap it with cayenne pepper or paprika.
How to make Indian Shrimp fry:
Clean, devein, and wash shrimp well. I always use store-bought frozen shrimp, significantly reducing my prepping work.
Grind coarsely garlic, grated coconut, cumin, peppercorns, and dhania seeds using a mixer grinder.
In a pan, add fennel seeds and allow them to sizzle in the cooking oil until they change their color.
Then add shrimp, red chili powder, and salt. Cook it covered for approximately 4 minutes on each side or until it is done. Stir it occasionally.
Add the ground coconut and fry for another 5 min on low heat until the masala coats well.
Serve this Spicy Indian shrimp fry with rice or serve as the appetizer.
Tips and Variations for Indian Shrimp Fry Recipe:
1. Shrimp tends to become rubbery when overcooked, unlike prawns. To remove from the fire as soon as it gets cooked.
Other seafood recipes you may like,
- Hawaiian spicy garlic shrimp
- How to reheat shrimp
- Chettinad fish fry
- Shrimp appetizer on toothpick
- Spicy seafood recipes
Printable recipe card
Chettinad Shrimp-South Indian Shrimp Fry
Ingredients
For prepping
- 1.5 cup shrimp /cleaned, deveined
For grinding
- 4 tablespoon grated coconut
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 3 cloves garlic
- 6 whole black pepper
For seasoning
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt or as required
Instructions
For prepping
- Clean and wash shrimp well.
For grinding
- In the blender jar add grated coconut, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, garlic, and black pepper.
- Grind all these ingredients coarsely. And set aside.
For seasoning
- Over medium heat, in a pan add vegetable oil and fennel seeds.
- Allow the fennel seeds to slightly change its color.
- Then add cleaned shrimp, red chili powder, and salt.
For cooking
- Stir occasionally and cook for 6 minutes or until it is done.
- Then add the ground spice mixture.
- Turn to low heat and cook for 10 minutes or until the shrimps are fully cooked.
- Serve with rice or as appetizer.
Nutrition
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Rebecca Subbiah
wonderful shrimp sis my hubby's Aunt in India makes something like this happy new year
Shanavi
I always like the masala (ginger garlic with pepper n cumin)..mmm..Very flavorful..I love prawns..This is freaking me out now...in a good way thou..Happy to follow u as well..Thanks for ur comment dear
PT
full of flavors.. always like chettinadu preparation..
Vidya
Wishing you and your family a Very Happy and Prosperous New Year.
shrimp looks tempting..delicious.
Wrndy Patterson
your list of ingredients does not include the salt and chili pepper. How much of these are used?
Sujatha Muralidhar
Thanks for the mention, I updated the post with the measurement of salt and chili powder.
dana
This looks so tasty and aromatic! I can't wait to try it. We love shrimp and love to try new ways to season it.
Kushigalu
Love prawns and can't wait to try this recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Sara Welch
This was such a unique and unexpected recipe that does not disappoint! Quick, easy and flavorful; definitely, a new favorite dish!
Justine
Oh my gosh, I love this recipe. It has so much flavor and cooks so quickly!
Ned
I love shrimp and this had amazing flavor! Thank you for the awesome recipe!