Sri Lankan Prawn and Tomato Curry

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 0
Sri Lankan Prawn and Tomato Curry
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 small onion , chopped
2 lbs tomatoes , peeled and chopped
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
3 cups coconut milk
3 garlic cloves , chopped
1 1/2 lbs uncooked prawns , peeled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-5
Calories
328
Sugar
6g
Fat
22g
Originating from Sri Lanka, this Prawn and Tomato Curry is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a perfect combination of prawns and tomatoes, cooked slowly in a coconut milk based curry sauce that is seasoned with an array of spices and herbs. The dish has a perfect blend of tanginess, spiciness, and sweetness that will delight your sense of taste. It is a popular dish in Sri Lanka and is often served with steamed rice or any other side dish of your choice. Not only is this dish delicious, but it also packs in numerous health benefits.

Instructions

1.Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3.Add chopped tomatoes, chili powder, turmeric, ground ginger, and tamarind paste. Mix well.
4.Cook the tomato mixture for 10 minutes or until tomatoes are softened and broken down. Stir occasionally.
5.Add coconut milk and chopped garlic. Stir well.
6.Bring the mixture to a boil. Add prawns and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until prawns are cooked through.
7.Serve hot with steamed rice or any other side dish of your choice.

PROS

This dish is rich in protein and healthy fats from prawns and coconut milk.

It is low in calories and high in flavor due to the use of spices and herbs like turmeric, chili powder, and ginger.

This curry is easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes.

CONS

The dish is high in sodium due to the addition of tamarind paste and canned coconut milk.

Prawns may not be suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This curry is beneficial for heart health due to the presence of healthy fats and dietary fiber.
Tamarind paste has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and can help in regulating cholesterol levels.
Turmeric has numerous health benefits like anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, which can soothe skin and promote healing.
Chili powder can help in digestion, improve metabolism and increase satiety.

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