Coconut Prawn Shrimp Curry
Dive into a bowl of creamy, flavor-packed Coconut Prawn Shrimp Curry, a tantalizing dish that combines the richness of coconut milk with an aromatic blend of spices. In just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make curry brings tender prawns (shrimp) to life, simmered to perfection with garlic, ginger, and a medley of vibrant seasonings like curry powder, turmeric, and paprika. Balanced with a hint of lime juice and garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s the epitome of comfort food with a tropical twist. Perfectly paired with steamed rice or naan, this curry is an irresistible choice for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Whether you’re a seafood lover or just craving bold, exotic flavors, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality dish right from your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large prawns (shrimp), peeled and deveined
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder (optional, for spice)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens and melds with the mixture, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the curry powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, paprika, and red chili powder (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, to toast the spices.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the peeled and deveined prawns (shrimp) to the curry. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.
Stir in the lime juice and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot over steamed rice or with naan bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
987 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 4755 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 124.5 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2402 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
