Pazun Hin (Rakhine Coastal Spicy Shrimp, Tomato & Tamarind Skillet Curry) – Authentic Myanmar Recipe
Bay of Bengal coastal prawn curry bursting with bright tamarind, shallots, and green chilies.
- Country of Origin
- 🇲🇲 Myanmar (Southeast Asia, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Plump tiger prawns, Cherry/plum tomatoes, Green chilies and okra, Turmeric, Shallots
Ingredients for Pazun Hin (Rakhine Coastal Spicy Shrimp, Tomato & Tamarind Skillet Curry) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) plump tiger prawns, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups cherry/plum tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup green chilies and okra
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with turmeric
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Myanmar seasoning (shallots, garlic, ginger, tamarind, fresh cilantro)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and turmeric for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add plump tiger prawns and cherry/plum tomatoes along with shallots, garlic, ginger, tamarind, fresh cilantro, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with green chilies and okra and serve straight from the skillet.