Heat 1 tbsp. oil and fry the prawns for a minute. Drain and keep aside. Heat remaining oil and temper with panch phoron and slit chilies. Saute till it stops spluttering.
Add the garlic and brown them. Then add the onion and saute till light brown. Then add the chopped spinach, salt, turmeric powder and the fried prawns.
Cover and cook on low flame till dry. Add the mustard paste and mix well. Serve as a side dish with either plain rice or chapattis.
