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Chingri Kochu Shak

Chingri Kochu Shak (Prawns with Taro Leaves)

By Mita Mondal
Chingri Kochu Shak is a traditional Bengali dish that consists of prawns (chingri) cooked with taro leaves (kochu shak). It is a flavorful and nutritious preparation that originates from the culinary traditions of West Bengal, India.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 186 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams Taro Leaves (cut, boiled and strained)
  • 200 grams Prawns
  • ½ tablespoon Turmeric Powder
  • 7 pieces Green Chili
  • ½ tablespoon Kalonji
  • 1 piece Garlic (smashed properly)
  • 3 tablespoons Mustard Oil
  • Salt to Taste

Instructions
 

  • At first, fire up the chulha or clay stove and then place the kadai or wok on it.
  • When the wok is hot, add oil and let it heat, and then add kalonji.
  • When you can smell the beautiful aroma of kalonji or kala jeera, then add the smashed garlic and green chilis.
  • Fry it until it turns light brown.
  • Then add the prawns (pre-boiled with salt and turmeric) and lightly stir-fry them.
  • Next, add the boiled green taro leaves or kochu shak. Add half a spoonful of salt and turmeric. Fry it for five minutes.
  • When cooking, make sure you do it over high heat to completely dry out the water. Once the water has completely dried up, you can turn off the flame.
  • Chingri Kochu Shak is ready. Pour it into a bowl and serve with steamed rice, roti, paratha, naan, kulcha, or pulao.

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Notes

Prepare the Kochu Shak and fish properly by separating the strains and veins from them.
Boil the fish and vegetable properly and strain the water.
Choose fresh ingredients. This adds to the flavor and vibrancy of the dish.
I always use mustard oil to make this dish. This adds to the flavor and taste as well.
Make sure the prawns are not overcooked. Otherwise, these will be tough and rubbery.

Nutrition Info (Estimation Only)

Nutrition Facts
Chingri Kochu Shak (Prawns with Taro Leaves)
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
186
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
63
mg
21
%
Sodium
 
1165
mg
51
%
Potassium
 
892
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
 
10
g
3
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
13
g
26
%
Vitamin A
 
6121
IU
122
%
Vitamin C
 
66
mg
80
%
Calcium
 
164
mg
16
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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