Prawn Curry
This prawn curry gets its signature sweet-tangy kick from tamarind sauce. No tamarind? Just use lime juice and a bit of sugar. Be careful not to overcook the prawns — fresh ones take just minutes, and frozen should be defrosted first. I also like to salt seafood after it hits the pan, since it naturally holds some salt. This dish is bold, vibrant, and perfect for anyone craving coastal flavours!
Servings: 2-4
| 250g raw prawns |
| 1 tbsp cooking oil |
| 1 onion, sliced |
| 2 cloves garlic, chopped |
| 1 thumb of ginger, cut into small julienne slices |
| 1 fresh green chilli, chopped |
| 1 cup (250ml) tamarind chutney, (use 1 tsp of sugar and juice from 1 lime as a substitute) |
| Squeeze of fresh lime juice |
| 1 tsp Mandala king masala |
| Salt to taste |
| Fresh chopped coriander to garnish |
Prepare:
| Wash the prawns in clean running water and set aside in a sieve or colander for any excess water to drip away. |
| Chop your onion, garlic, ginger, fresh green chilli and coriander as described in the ingredients list and set aside. |
Cook:
| In a large non-stick pan, fry the onion slices in oil until they start to brown. |
| Add the garlic, ginger and fresh green chilli and cook for 2-3 minutes. |
| Add the Mandala king masala and prawns and stir fry for 2 minutes. |
| Season with salt and add the tamarind chutney along with a splash of water. |
| Simmer for 5-6 minutes until the prawns are cooked. |
Garnish:
| Garnish with fresh chopped coriander and a squeeze of lime. Serve with bread or rice. |
