Introduction
This creamy coconut-based prawn curry is a tropical favorite, combining sweetness from coconut with the mild heat of chilies and aromatic spices.
- Cooking the Curry
Ingredients:
- 300 g prawns (cleaned)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 2 green chilies
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp turmeric
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions:
- Sauté onions and ginger-garlic paste.
- Add chilies, spices, and prawns.
- Pour in coconut milk and simmer until prawns are just cooked.
- Pro Tips
- Do not overcook the prawns—2–3 minutes in simmering milk is enough.
- Add a few curry leaves for an extra aromatic touch.
- Serving Suggestions
Serve with steamed rice or rice noodles. - Fun Fact
Coconut-based curries are common across tropical islands—this version blends Tamil and Malay influences.
🔗 Source: https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/prawns-coconut-curry-recipe/