Prawn Curry Masala Rice

Prawn Curry Masala Rice is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines succulent prawns with a rich and spicy curry masala, served over fluffy basmati rice. This high-protein dinner option is perfect for those seeking a satisfying and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Prawns (peeled and deveined) - 250 grams
• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium (100 grams)
• Tomato (pureed) - 1 medium (100 grams)
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 inch piece
• Green chili (slit) - 1
• Curry powder - 1 tablespoon
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Oil (vegetable or coconut) - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 300 ml

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. In a pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili to the pot. Sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the curry powder and turmeric powder, cooking for 1 minute to release the spices' flavors.
5. Add the pureed tomato and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil begins to separate from the mixture.
6. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Add the prawns and cook for 5-7 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
7. Season with salt and stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving.
8. In a separate pot, bring 300 ml of water to a boil. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the boiling water. Cook uncovered for about 10-12 minutes until the rice is tender, then drain any excess water.
9. Serve the prawn curry over the fluffy basmati rice and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from prawns, beneficial for heart health.

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