Chemmeen Peera (Shrimp in Coconut)

Ingredients:

• shrimp - 1 lb
• coconut grated - one half
• green chillies - 6
• small onions (shallot) - 10-15
• ginger - 1 inch peice
• curry leaves - 2 springs
• chilli powder - 3 tbs
• turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
• coconut oil - 3 tsp
• salt to taste

Method:1.Clean the shrimpand cut into small bite size peices.
2.Cut the oninons into very thin slices.
3.chope the green chillies and ginger.put together all the ingredients in a bowl .
4.Mix well this with 2 tsp of coconut oil.
5.transfer this mix into a vessel and add just 1/2 cup of water.U don't need to add much water since the shrimp has a better moisture content.
6.Cover the vessal with a lid and cook until done and all the water is evoparated.aprox time 20 mins.
7.when its done remove from fire and add the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil and few curry leaves..