Coconut Prawn Shrimp Curry

Dive into a bowl of creamy, flavor-packed Coconut Prawn Shrimp Curry, a tantalizing dish that combines the richness of coconut milk with an aromatic blend of spices. In just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make curry brings tender prawns (shrimp) to life, simmered to perfection with garlic, ginger, and a medley of vibrant seasonings like curry powder, turmeric, and paprika. Balanced with a hint of lime juice and garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s the epitome of comfort food with a tropical twist. Perfectly paired with steamed rice or naan, this curry is an irresistible choice for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Whether you’re a seafood lover or just craving bold, exotic flavors, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality dish right from your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams large prawns (shrimp), peeled and deveined
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder (optional, for spice)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens and melds with the mixture, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the curry powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, paprika, and red chili powder (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, to toast the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the peeled and deveined prawns (shrimp) to the curry. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot over steamed rice or with naan bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1231.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	986.9

Total Fat 30.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 976.5mg	0%
Sodium 4754.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 124.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 316.3mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2402.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.6%

Protein: 48.5%

Carbs: 24.9%