Mediterranean Diet Delicious Prawn Curry
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean Diet Delicious Prawn Curry, a healthy and mouthwatering dish that combines the rich spices of curry with the wholesome ingredients of Mediterranean cuisine. Featuring succulent prawns cooked to perfection in a luscious sauce of coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper, this curry is complemented by tender zucchini and bell peppers for a boost of color and nutrition. With a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley, the dish bursts with irresistible freshness and zest. Ready in just 40 minutes, this nutritious prawn curry is perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with whole-grain bread or brown rice for a complete Mediterranean-style meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 400 grams canned tomatoes (diced)
- 400 milliliters coconut milk
- 1 large bell pepper (sliced thinly)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the onions and release the spices' aromas.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly.
Stir in the coconut milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the sliced bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Add the prawns, stirring to combine, and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the prawns are cooked through and pink.
Stir in the lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve hot with a side of brown rice or whole-grain bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 7824 mg | 340% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.9 g | ||
| Protein | 132.1 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 3853 mg | 82% | |
*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.
