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Prawn Moilee

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Prawn moilee is a seafood curry associated with Kerala and the broader cooking traditions of India's Malabar Coast. It consists of prawns gently cooked in a mild coconut-milk sauce commonly flavored with turmeric, ginger, green chilies, curry leaves, and other aromatics. Unlike many heavily spiced curries, moilee is distinguished by its pale, delicate gravy and restrained heat, and it is typically served with rice or bread.

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How spicy is a traditional Prawn Moilee?

Prawn Moilee is known for being quite mild and aromatic, especially when compared to fiery red Kerala meat curries. The heat is very gentle, relying on green chilies, while the yellow color and earthy flavor come from a healthy dose of turmeric.

What kind of base is used for the gravy in Prawn Moilee?

The base of this coastal curry relies on thick, freshly extracted coconut milk, which provides a creamy and slightly sweet contrast to the seafood. The prawns are poached gently in this liquid to ensure they remain tender.

What is the best way to serve a Kerala-style Prawn Moilee?

Because of its mild, delicate, and soupy consistency, Prawn Moilee is frequently served alongside Appam (lacy rice pancakes) or steamed white rice. The bread or rice acts as a perfect vessel to soak up the flavorful coconut milk broth.

How long should you cook the prawns in a Moilee to prevent them from getting rubbery?

Prawns cook very quickly and can become rubbery if left on the heat too long, so they should only be simmered in the coconut milk for about 5 to 7 minutes. As soon as the prawns turn entirely pink and opaque, the curry is finished.

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