CURRIED SHRIMP or PRAWNS with SAMBAL OELEK

This dish is a flavorful and spicy way to enjoy seafood.

Shrimp or prawns are low in fat and high in protein.

Curry powder and gingerroot have anti-inflammatory and digestive health benefits.

Sambal oelek is a spicy condiment that can be too hot for some people.

Shrimp or prawns can be high in cholesterol.

This dish is a good source of lean protein.
Curry powder has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Gingerroot has digestive health benefits.

	4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
	2 tablespoons curry powder
	1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
	1 medium onion , finely chopped ( about 1 cup )
	1 large celery rib , finely chopped ( about 1 cup )
	4 cloves garlic , minced
	1 1/2 teaspoons sambal oelek ( hot pepper sauce )
	1 lb medium-sized shrimp , shelled and deveined
	1/2 cup sour cream
	1/2 cup coconut cream
	2 teaspoons tapioca starch or 2 teaspoons cornstarch
	3 tablespoons cold water

1.	Heat up olive oil on a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.	Add curry powder and gingerroot and fry for 1 minute.
3.	Add onion, celery, garlic, and sambal oelek until onion is translucent, around 3 minutes.
4.	Add shrimp or prawns and cook for about 2 minutes until they turn pink.
5.	In a small bowl, mix sour cream, coconut cream, tapioca starch/cornstarch, and water.
6.	Pour mixture into the skillet and stir until sauce thickens, around 2 minutes.