Prawn Curry

Indian Cuisine

Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavours of Prawn Curry, where succulent prawns are simmered in a fragrant curry sauce for a deliciously comforting dish.

PREP TIME

15 minutes

TOTAL TIME

30 minutes

SERVES

2-3 Portions

Ingredients

500 grams prawns, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons oil or ghee

1 large onion, finely chopped

2 tomatoes, finely chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

1 tablespoon curry powder

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon ground cumin

10.

1 teaspoon ground coriander

11.

1/2 teaspoon red chilli flakes (adjust to taste)

12.

Salt and pepper to taste

13.

1 cup coconut milk

14.

Fresh coriander for garnish

15.

Lemon wedges for serving

16.

Cooked basmati rice or naan bread for serving

Direction

Step 1

Heat oil or ghee in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onions to the pan and saute until they become translucent.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, sauteing for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they soften and release their juices.

Step 5

Sprinkle curry powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, red chilli flakes, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add prawns to the pan, ensuring they are coated with the spice mixture. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the prawns turn pink and opaque.

Step 7

Pour in coconut milk and stir well. Allow the curry to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together.

Step 8

Remove the pan from heat. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Step 9

Serve the Prawn Curry hot with a side of lemon wedges. Pair it with steamed basmati rice or warm naan bread.

Note

Be cautious not to overcook the prawns, as they can become rubbery. Adjust the spice level according to your taste preferences. Enjoy the luscious Prawn Curry as a comforting and flavourful addition to your meal!

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Prawn Curry

Indian Cuisine

Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavours of Prawn Curry, where succulent prawns are simmered in a fragrant curry sauce for a deliciously comforting dish.

PREP TIME

15 minutes

TOTAL TIME

30 minutes

SERVES

2-3 Portions

Ingredients

500 grams prawns, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons oil or ghee

1 large onion, finely chopped

2 tomatoes, finely chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

1 tablespoon curry powder

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon ground cumin

10.

1 teaspoon ground coriander

11.

1/2 teaspoon red chilli flakes (adjust to taste)

12.

Salt and pepper to taste

13.

1 cup coconut milk

14.

Fresh coriander for garnish

15.

Lemon wedges for serving

16.

Cooked basmati rice or naan bread for serving

Direction

Step 1

Heat oil or ghee in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onions to the pan and saute until they become translucent.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, sauteing for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they soften and release their juices.

Step 5

Sprinkle curry powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, red chilli flakes, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add prawns to the pan, ensuring they are coated with the spice mixture. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the prawns turn pink and opaque.

Step 7

Pour in coconut milk and stir well. Allow the curry to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together.

Step 8

Remove the pan from heat. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Step 9

Serve the Prawn Curry hot with a side of lemon wedges. Pair it with steamed basmati rice or warm naan bread.

Note

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