Scallop and Lobster Curry with Tamarind Sauce and Steamed Rice

A luxurious seafood curry featuring a homemade spice paste, tamarind stock, and perfectly seared scallops and lobster with steamed rice.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 620.1 kcals 2480.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 51.2 grams 204.8 grams
Fat 33.9 grams 135.5 grams
Protein 27.6 grams 110.2 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
1
1
Salt
to taste
2
tbsp
Coriander
fresh, chopped
2
tbsp
Red Amaranth Cress
for garnish
2
tbsp
Coriander Cress
for garnish
Seafood
8
piece
Scallops
cleaned, roe removed
1
piece
Lobster
cooked, meat removed
Vegetables
3
piece
Onion
small, finely chopped
20
g
Ginger
fresh root, grated

Steps

  • Blend onions, ginger, curry leaves, coconut, seeds, peppercorns, and water into a smooth paste.
  • Simmer tamarind pulp, vegetable stock, and spices in a large pan for 20-30 minutes.
  • Cook the spice paste in a hot wok, then add 200ml tamarind stock, dates, and coconut milk for 4-6 minutes.
  • Fry scallops in butter for 1-2 minutes per side, then add scallops and lobster meat to the sauce for 2 minutes.
  • Boil rice in water 2cm above the surface for 15 minutes, then steam on low heat until tender.
  • Serve curry garnished with cress and rice topped with chopped coriander.