Heart-Healthy Delicious Prawn Curry
Dive into the tantalizing flavors of our Heart-Healthy Delicious Prawn Curry, a wholesome recipe that perfectly balances indulgence and nutrition. Packed with tender prawns, aromatic spices like turmeric, coriander, and cumin, this curry is simmered in a creamy, low-fat coconut milk base for a luscious yet guilt-free treat. Fresh spinach adds a vitamin-rich touch, while a hint of lemon juice and chopped coriander brighten the dish. Crafted with heart-friendly olive oil and low-sodium fish stock, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve with brown rice or whole-grain bread for a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal that’s big on flavor and perfect for a healthy lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Prawns, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Fresh ginger, grated
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Tomatoes, chopped
- 1 Green chili, slit (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 250 ml Low-sodium fish stock or water
- 200 ml Low-fat coconut milk
- 100 grams Spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Add ginger and garlic to the pan, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in chopped tomatoes and slit green chili, cooking until the tomatoes soften.
Add turmeric, ground coriander, ground cumin, and paprika. Stir well to combine with the tomato mixture.
Pour in the low-sodium fish stock or water and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the prawns to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start changing color.
Stir in low-fat coconut milk, ensuring all the ingredients are well-mixed, and let it cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Add spinach to the pan, allowing it to wilt in the curry.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Finish with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice for added flavor.
Serve hot with brown rice or whole-grain bread for a heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.3 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 950 mg | 317% | |
| Sodium | 1916 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 132.1 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3127 mg | 67% | |
*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.
