Dry Prawns Sukka Recipe | Spicy Goan Stir Fry with Coconut & Masala

🍤 Goan Dry Prawn Sukka

A quick and flavorful coastal dish made with dry prawns, coconut, and spices. This easy-to-cook sukka is packed with Goan flavors and goes perfectly with rice-curry or chapati.

“Dry Prawns Sukka is a bold and rustic Goan dish made with dried shrimp, grated coconut, and roasted spices. Packed with umami and heat, it's a traditional side dish served with rice, dal, or congee. This is coastal soul food at its finest.”

👩‍🍳 Author: Puja Raghuvir Naik
🍽 Servings: 3
⏱ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
🌶 Cuisine: Goan

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🧂 Ingredients

1. 1 cup dry prawns
2. 1 cup freshly grated coconut
3. 1 medium onion (chopped)
4. 1 green chili (slit)
5. 1 tomato (optional, chopped)
6. 1 tsp red chili powder
7. ½ tsp turmeric powder
8. 1 Maggi masala cube
9. Salt to taste
10. 1 tsp oil
11. Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

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🔪 Method

Prep the Prawns:

Soak the dry prawns in water for about 10–15 minutes. Drain and keep aside.

Prepare the Base:

Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions, green chili, and tomato (if using). Sauté until soft.

Cook the Sukka:

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and crumble in the Maggi cube.

Add the soaked prawns, grated coconut, and salt. Mix well.

Simmer:

Add a splash of water if needed. Cook on low flame until the mixture is dry and the prawns are tender, stirring occasionally.

Garnish:

Add fresh chopped coriander and stir well.

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🍴 Serving Suggestion

Serve hot with rice and Goan curry or enjoy with chapati or bhakri for a hearty meal.

“Do you love sukka recipes? Share your favorite version of dry prawns sukka or tag @goanregularrecipes if you try this fiery Goan side dish!”