Shirmp/Prawn Fry

Ingredients:
Frozen Shrimp/Prawn (Small - 100 to 150 Count) - 1 Packet
Onion - 1 (Large Size)
Tomatoes - 2 (Medium Size)
Ginger-garlic Paste - 1 tbsp.
Curry Leaves - Few Stalks
Mustards Seeds - 1 tsp.
Cumin Seeds - 1 tsp.
Fennel Seeds - 1 tsp.
Kashmiri Chilli Powder - 2 tsp.
Coriander Powder - 1 tsp.
Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp.
Garam Masala - 1/2 tsp.
Coriander Leaves - For Garnishing
Salt -  To Taste
Olive Oil/Extra Virgin Olive Oil -  2 tbsp.

Method:
1)Chop the onions and tomatoes finely and set it aside.

2)Grind ginger-garlic into a fine paste and keep it aside.

3)Heat a pan with 2 tbsp. of olive oil/E.V.O.O and add mustard seeds and let it splutter.

4)Then add cumin seeds,fennel seeds,onions,curry leaves and a pinch of salt and fry till the onions are carmalized.

5)Now add chopped tomatoes and a pinch of salt and let it cook till the tomatoes are mushy.

6)Add turmeric powder,kashmiri chilli powder and coriander powder and stir it well.

7)Allow it cook until the mixture is dry.

8)Then add the frozen shrimp/prawn and some salt and mix it well.Do not add any water as the shrimp/prawn will leave some water.

9)Cover and cook till the water evaporates completely.

10)Now add garam masala and stir it well.Check for seasoning.

11)Remove from the fire and garnish the shrimp masala with some coriander leaves.

12)Serve it with sambar rice/rasam rice/yogurt rice.


Note:

1)Olive oil is not just tasty,it’s actually good for you ! Olive oil is very high in the antioxidants vitamin A and vitamin E,which neutralize cancer-causing free radicals in our bodies.It is monounsaturated, therefore it lowers the “bad” LDL cholesterol without reducing the “good” HDL cholesterol.This results in improved circulation, lowered blood pressure and less risk for heart disease.Recent research also indicates that olive oil may be especially effective in preventing both breast cancer and osteoporosis.

2)When choosing an olive oil,it is imperative that one buys only “extra virgin” olive oil,rather than “virgin” or “pure” olive oil.Extra virgin is the oil from the first pressing;
it uses top grade olives,with less than one percent acidity,and has the highest nutritional value and the best taste.It is the only oil with which the consumer can feel safe in knowing that it is truly cold pressed.Virgin olive oil is also mechanically pressed,but with olives that may not be top grade and are from the second or third pressing.“Pure” olive oil is a marketing term; this oil comes from the third or fourth pressing,and has been refined in a variety of processes,all using extreme heat and chemicals to extract the oil from the remaining pulp.

3)Olive oil can be used in salads, stir-fries and sautes.It is delicious on bread,in place of butter and brushed on vegetables,fish or poultry before grilling.

Tips:

1)Do not deep fry with olive oil because temperatures in excess of 350 degrees begin to break down the oil.

2)Remember to always store olive oil in a cool,dark cabinet,not on the counter,or next to a stove,as both heat and light alter oil’s nutritional value.

Nutrition Value of Olive Oil :

Olive oil has a reputation for being good for the body.In ancient times,olive oil was used to "cure" ailments.Now,olive oil is used for frying and flavor.Even though it is oil,olive oil can be a healthy part of your diet.

 

1.Serving - Olive oil servings will change depending on its use.There will be more olive oil in vinaigrette than there will be in a simple pan-fried dish.For consistency,a serving of olive oil is 1 tbsp.

2.Calories - Every tablespoon of olive oil has nearly 120 calories.Those watching their caloric intake should watch the amount of olive oil they consume as the calories add up fairly quickly.

3.Fat - Olive oil is high in fat.One tbsp. of olive oil has 14 g of fat.This is 21 percent of your daily value.Of this fat,only 2 g are saturated fat.This is 9 percent of your daily value of the unhealthy type of fat.

4.Omega Fats - Omega fatty acids are considered healthy fats.Olive oil has a small amount of Omega-3 (103 mg) but has a high amount of Omega-6 fatty acid with 1,318 mg.

5.Vitamins E and K - You can get 10 percent of your daily value of vitamins E and vitamin K with 1 tbsp. of olive oil.

Nutritional Value of Olives :

Given below is the amount of nutrients present in three olives, combined together: 

• Fat - 2.5
• Cholesterol - 0mg
• Sodium - 110mg
• Carbohydrate - 1g
• Calories - 25
• Protein: 0g
• Iron
• Vitamin E
• Dietary Fiber
• Copper
• Fatty Acids
• Amino Acids 

Nutritional Value of Olive Oil :

Given below is the amount of nutrients present in 100 gm olive oil: 

• Energy - 900 cal
• Saturated Fats - 15.6 gm
• Unsaturated Fats - 73.4 gm
• Poly-saturated Fats - 9.5 gm
• Vitamin E - 19.4 mg 

Olive/olive oil has been known to be beneficial for people suffering from the following ailments: 

• Asthma
• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Arteriosclerosis
• Stomach Problems
• Constipation
• Diabetes

Suggestion:

So do your heart and taste buds a favor and add olive oil to your diet.