Malabar Prawn Curry

Malabar Prawn Curry is a fragrant and spicy seafood dish hailing from the Malabar coast of India, featuring succulent prawns simmered in a rich coconut milk-based sauce. This low-carb recipe is perfect for those seeking a flavorful and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Prawns (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Ginger (grated) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 1 tablespoon
• Green chilies (slit) - 2
• Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
• Turmeric powder - ½ teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - ½ teaspoon
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds. Once they start to splutter, add cumin seeds.
2. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3. Stir in the grated ginger, minced garlic, and slit green chilies, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil separates from the mixture.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the prawns to the curry and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
7. Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and mix gently. Let it simmer for another minute.
8. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 170 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 20 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
• High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and repair.

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