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Curry Prawns

Curry Prawns
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Curry Prawns is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring succulent prawns simmered in a fragrant, spiced curry sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it balances heat, creaminess, and zest, making it perfect for quick weeknight meals or impressing guests with an exotic and delicious dinner.

Ingredients

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Seafood

  • Fresh prawns, peeled and deveined (about 1 lb / 450g)

Spices & Aromatics

  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
  • 1–2 chili peppers, finely chopped (adjust to taste)

Liquids & Bases

  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned)
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or coconut oil)

Fresh Herbs & Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro (coriander), chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and devein the prawns to ensure even cooking. Finely chop the onion, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers to make the flavor base for the curry.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a large pan over medium flame. Add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger, cooking until they become fragrant and soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Toast Curry Powder: Sprinkle in the curry powder and stir continuously, toasting it briefly with the aromatics to release the spices’ full flavor without burning.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Coconut Milk: Pour in the chopped tomatoes and allow them to cook down and break apart, then stir in the coconut milk to create a creamy and vibrant curry sauce base.
  5. Simmer Prawns: Gently place the prawns into the simmering curry sauce. Cook the prawns for 5-7 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, indicating they are cooked through.
  6. Final Touches: Season with salt to taste, add chopped fresh cilantro, and adjust the chili level if desired. Serve immediately with your preferred sides.

Notes

  • Use fresh prawns for the best flavor and texture.
  • Avoid overcooking prawns; remove from heat as soon as they turn opaque.
  • Taste and adjust acidity, sweetness, or spice level before serving.
  • Use quality or freshly ground curry powder for enhanced flavor.
  • Allow the curry to simmer gently so flavors meld well.

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Keywords: curry prawns, prawn curry, seafood curry, quick dinner, spicy curry, coconut milk curry, gluten free, easy recipe

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