1. Marinate the prawns with half teaspoon turmeric, salt and one teaspoon of lemon juice, and set aside for 20 minutes.

2. Dilute three tablespoons of coconut milk powder with 1 cup of cold water and set aside.

3. Heat up oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, let it crackle in the hot oil, then add the ginger, curry leaves and chilli. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes. Add sliced onions and again cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

4. Cook the onion until it sweats well, then add some turmeric powder followed by the diluted coconut milk. Let the curry cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until it’s nice and creamy.

5. Add the marinated prawns and cook for a further 7 to 8 minutes.

6. Add fresh coriander, diced raw and ripe mangoes, sliced tomatoes and remaining 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and cook it for 2 minutes.

7. Serve with hot steamed rice.

Chef Prashant Chipkar

Head Chef at Dubai's Masti restaurant