Low-fat Goan Prawn Curry

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 500g prawns, peeled and deveined
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 can coconut milk, light
• 1 tsp tamarind paste
• a handful coriander leaves, chopped

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Heat oil in a pan and sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies until softened.
2. 2.Add tomatoes and cook until they break down and become mushy.
3. 3.Add the spices and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
4. 4.Add the prawns and cook until they turn pink.
5. 5.Add the coconut milk and tamarind paste and bring to a boil.
6. 6.Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and the prawns are cooked through.
7. 7.Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or bread.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf you can't find tamarind paste, you can use lime juice instead.
• chevron_rightAdjust the spice level to your taste by adding more or less green chilies.
• chevron_rightYou can also add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to make this curry even more nutritious.