Kolambi Bhaat
An authentic non-vegetarian recipe from Maharashtra, India
Cook Time
45 mins
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
MediumCategory
Non-VegetarianIngredients
For 4 servings
300g Basmati rice
400g Prawns, cleaned and deveined
2piece Onion, thinly sliced
2piece Tomato, chopped
60g Fresh coconut, grated
15g Goda masala
25g Ginger-garlic paste
4piece Kokum
4g Turmeric powder
10g Red chilli powder
40ml Oil
20g Fresh coriander
10g Salt
13 ingredients needed
💡 Pro Tip: Gather all ingredients before you start cooking for a smooth preparation process.
Cooking Instructions
Follow these step-by-step instructions to prepare this authentic dish
Wash and soak rice for 20 minutes.
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Marinate prawns with turmeric, half the red chilli powder, and salt for 15 minutes.
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Heat oil. Add onions and fry until golden brown.
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Add ginger-garlic paste and cook 2 minutes.
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Add tomatoes, remaining red chilli powder, goda masala. Cook until oil separates.
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Add grated coconut and cook for 2 minutes.
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Add marinated prawns and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes.
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Add drained rice, kokum, and salt. Mix gently.
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Add hot water (1:2 ratio rice to water). Bring to boil.
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Reduce heat, cover tightly, and cook for 15 minutes until rice is done.
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Rest 5 minutes, then fluff gently. Garnish with coriander.
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Chef's Tips
Kolambi Bhaat is Konkan Maharashtra's beloved prawn rice — the kokum adds the signature tang.
Use fresh, medium-sized prawns — frozen prawns release too much water and make rice mushy.
Goda masala is the non-negotiable spice base — it contains dried coconut which gives this dish its character.
Serve with a small bowl of sol kadhi for the full Konkan meal experience.
About This Dish
Kolambi Bhaat is a traditional non-vegetarian dish from Maharashtra, India. This authentic recipe provides exact measurements for cooking 4 servings.
- Kolambi Bhaat is Konkan Maharashtra's beloved prawn rice — the kokum adds the signature tang. - Use fresh, medium-sized prawns — frozen prawns release too much water and make rice mushy. - Goda masala is the non-negotiable spice base — it contains dried coconut which gives this dish its character. - Serve with a small bowl of sol kadhi for the full Konkan meal experience.
Category
Non-Vegetarian
Cook Time
45 mins
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
Medium