Maldivian Prawn Curry With Flatbreads

A fragrant tropical prawn curry featuring homemade spice paste, tamarind stock, and fresh handmade flatbreads brushed with ghee.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 630.1 kcals 2520.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 46.6 grams 186.4 grams
Fat 33.8 grams 135.2 grams
Protein 34.7 grams 138.8 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
75
g
Butter
unsalted
Fruits
3
tbsp
Coconut
fresh, grated
3
piece
Dates
chopped
GrainsCereals
Liquids
NutsSeeds
12
piece
2
tbsp
1
tbsp
1
tbsp
0.5
tsp
2
tbsp
Red Amaranth Cress
optional garnish
2
tbsp
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Ghee
melted
Seafood
600
g
Tiger Prawns
heads and shell removed, tails on and cleaned
Vegetables
3
piece
Onion
small, finely chopped
20
g
Ginger
fresh root, grated

Steps

  • Blend spice paste ingredients with a little water until smooth.
  • Simmer tamarind stock ingredients in a large pan for 20-30 minutes and sieve.
  • Heat a wok, add spice paste, 200ml tamarind stock, dates, and coconut milk, then cook for 4-6 minutes.
  • Fry prawns in butter for 1-2 minutes per side and stir into the curry sauce.
  • Mix flour, salt, and water into a smooth dough and divide into 4 pieces.
  • Roll dough into circles, char on a hot griddle pan, and brush with melted ghee.
  • Serve curry in a bowl garnished with cress alongside the flatbreads.