Pasta with Prawns

This Halal Indian Pasta with Prawns is a delightful fusion dish that combines the rich flavors of Indian spices with the comforting texture of pasta. The succulent prawns are sautéed with aromatic spices, creating a unique and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 200 grams
• Prawns (cleaned and deveined) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
• Green chili (slit) - 1
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil separates, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the cleaned prawns to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
6. Sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the prawn mixture.
7. Finish with fresh coriander leaves and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
8. Serve hot, garnished with extra coriander if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from prawns, which aids muscle building and repair.
• Contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like ginger and garlic that may boost immunity.

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