Heat a biryani pot with oil. Once it heats up add in fennel seeds and then Bay leaves, Cinnamon sticks, Cloves, and Cardamom. Let it splutter.
Then add in sliced onions and Saute until the onions are soft.
Next, add in the chopped tomatoes and cook till they become soft.
Next, add ginger garlic paste and fry till the raw smell leaves.
Add Mint and coriander leaves, Saute for a min or till they shrink.
Now add the spice powders. I am using Chilli powder, Garam Masala, Turmeric powder, and Salt. Mix well and cook for a min.
Now add in the curd/ yogurt.
Combine and cook till the oil separates, Add Lemon Juice and Kewra water if using.
finally, add the cleaned Shrimp/ Prawns and combine them with the masala. Cook for 5 mins and switch off the flame.