Prawn Masala Curry Rice

Prawn Masala Curry Rice is a flavorful Indian dish featuring succulent prawns simmered in a rich and aromatic masala sauce served over fluffy rice. This high-protein meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner, packed with spices and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Prawns - 300 grams, cleaned and deveined
• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, pureed
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 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 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion. Sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for another minute.
5. Add the pureed tomato and cook until the oil starts to separate from the mixture, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Add the prawns to the curry and cook until they turn pink and are fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes.
8. In a separate pot, boil 300 ml of water, add the soaked basmati rice, and cook until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
9. Once the prawns are cooked, sprinkle garam masala and chopped cilantro over the curry. Stir well.
10. Serve the prawn masala curry over a bed of fluffy basmati rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 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: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from prawns, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from spices and coconut milk, promoting overall health.

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