Clean all dried shrimp by removing the head and tail. Rinse under running water thoroughly.
Take water in a vessel and bring it to boil. Add the dried shrimp and leave for 5 minutes.
Strain the water and keep the shrimp aside.
Take a pan and heat the oil. Add onions and green chillies. Fry until golden brown.
Add ginger garlic paste and fry for a minute.
Add salt,turmeric powder,red chilli powder,coriander powder.
Add boiled dry prawns,mix well and cook for 5 minutes.
Add chopped ridge gourd pieces.Mix well and cover it. Cook for 20 minutes on simmer.
For garnishing , add chopped coriander leaves.
Serve hot with rice and ghee.