Pâtes au Curry

Pâtes au Curry is a delightful fusion of French and Indian flavors, featuring pasta enveloped in a creamy curry sauce. This dish offers a harmonious blend of spices and textures that will satisfy your palate.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Curry powder - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Bell pepper, sliced - 1 medium
• Spinach, fresh - 100 grams
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh coriander, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the curry powder and cook for 1 minute to release its flavors.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the sliced bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
7. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the curry sauce. Heat through for another 2 minutes.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from spinach and bell peppers, promoting digestive health.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats and can help improve skin and hair health.

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