Prawn Curry with Coconut

Prawn Curry with Coconut is a delightful and aromatic Indian seafood dish that features succulent prawns cooked in a rich coconut sauce infused with spices. This healthy dish is not only packed with flavor but also offers a taste of coastal India in every bite.

Ingredients

• Prawns (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 inch piece
• Green chili (slit) - 1
• Curry leaves - 8-10 leaves
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Oil (coconut or vegetable) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish) - a handful

Steps

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add the chopped onions. Sauté until they turn translucent.
2. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in the chopped tomato and cook until it softens, about 5 minutes.
4. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and curry leaves. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Pour in the coconut milk, stir to combine, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Add the prawns to the curry and cook for 5-7 minutes or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
7. Sprinkle garam masala and salt to taste. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich source of protein and low in calories, making it ideal for a healthy diet.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats that can support heart health.
• Prawns are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for brain health.

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