Kerala King Prawn and Coconut Curry

A quick, creamy prawn curry blended with spices and coconut cream, ready in minutes and served with rice.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 404.6 kcals 1618.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 8.1 grams 32.5 grams
Fat 29.6 grams 118.2 grams
Protein 27.7 grams 110.8 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
Fruits
1
tbsp
NutsSeeds
0.5
tsp
Turmeric
ground
6
piece
Cardamom Pods
whole, lightly crushed to split open
1
stick
3
cloves
Garlic
finely grated
1
bunch
Coriander
fresh, small bunch
1
1
Salt
to taste
OilsFats
Seafood
500
g
Tiger Prawns
raw, shells off and de-veined
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
grated
2.5
cm
Ginger
root, finely grated

Steps

  • Toss prawns with lemon juice and marinate in a shallow dish.
  • Heat 30ml oil in a pan and cook onions for 3 minutes until soft.
  • Add turmeric, cardamom, and chilli powder then cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining oil, cinnamon, garlic, and ginger and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Blend coriander with 175ml coconut cream in a food processor, reserving some sprigs.
  • Stir coconut mixture into the pan and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer gently for 2 minutes and then stir in marinated prawns and salt.
  • Cook for 2 minutes until prawns are tender and garnish with coriander.