Vegan Prawn Masala
Transform your dinner into a flavorful feast with this rich and creamy Vegan Prawn Masala! Perfectly seasoned with a medley of warm spices like coriander, cumin, and garam masala, this plant-based twist on the classic Indian dish delivers all the bold, aromatic flavors you love. Tender vegan prawns are simmered in a luscious coconut milk-based tomato sauce, infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of heat from green chili and red chili powder. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is not only quick to make but also completely dairy-free and cruelty-free, making it ideal for both vegans and adventurous foodies. Serve with fluffy basmati rice or vegan naan for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams vegan prawns
- 1 large, finely chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon, minced ginger
- 1 finely chopped green chili
- 200 grams tomato puree
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 150 milliliters coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Heat the coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic, ginger, and green chili to the pan. Sauté for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Step 4
Stir in the tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes until it thickens.
Step 5
Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 6
Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 7
Add the vegan prawns to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, making sure they are well coated in the sauce.
Step 8
Simmer for an additional 3 minutes to allow flavors to combine and the prawns to heat through.
Step 9
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Step 10
Serve hot with rice or vegan naan bread.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (875.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 719.5 |
| Total Fat 35.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3452.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.0g | |
| Protein 21.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 192.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1745.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories