MADHUR JAFFREY'S PRAWN (SHRIMP) CURRY

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A simple prawn curry, not too hot. Lovely served atop steamed basmati rice with a side of cucumber raita. May use scallops or other seafood in place of the prawns. Recipe adapted from Madhur Joffrey.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Curries

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon bright red paprika (noble-sweet)
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and finely grated
1 tablespoon ground coriander (or 2 tablespoons coriander seeds)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (or 1 teaspoon cumin seeds)
14 1/2 ounces coconut milk, well stirred (may use a smaller 6.5 ounce can)
3 pieces kokum (or 1 tablespoon tamarind paste)
1 lb peeled and deveined medium-sized uncooked prawns (shrimp)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine 1-1/4 cups water with the cayenne pepper, paprika, turmeric, garlic and ginger. Mix well. Grind the coriander seeds and cumin seeds in a clean coffee grinder and add to mixture.
  • Bring the spice mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat. Turn the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and is reduced somewhat.
  • Add the coconut milk, salt, kokum or tamarind paste, and bring to a simmer.
  • Add the prawns (shrimp) and simmer, stirring occasionally, until they turn opaque and are just cooked through. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve while hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.3, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 683.3, Carbohydrate 61.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 55.5, Protein 17.4

Ahmed jan Bambor
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This is the best prawn curry I've ever had. The flavors are incredible and the prawns are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Bubu Sparta
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This curry is amazing! The prawns are cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Eyamin Hasanmunna
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This is my favorite prawn curry recipe. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


kaniz fatema-05
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I love this curry! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I always get compliments when I make it.


Lehlogonolo Seakamela
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This curry is delicious! The prawns are cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Miles Wastaken
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I made this curry for dinner last night and it was a huge hit with my family. The prawns were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. We all loved it!


Billy Skinner
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This curry is so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of spices and coconut milk. The prawns are cooked perfectly and the sauce is creamy and rich.


Ajay Gangai
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I've made this curry several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of coconut milk and spices.


Josh Pro
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This is my new favorite prawn curry recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The prawns are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful and creamy.


Eric Campbell
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I made this curry for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Sushil Chaudhary
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This curry was delicious! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I especially liked the use of coconut milk, which gave the curry a creamy texture.


Xinia Jara
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I'm not a huge fan of prawns, but I really enjoyed this curry. The sauce is so flavorful and creamy, and the prawns are cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Sardar Tasir
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This prawn curry is everything I was hoping for and more. The flavors are bold and complex, and the prawns are cooked perfectly. I served it with basmati rice and it was a perfect meal.


Jerrie Kreusch
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the steps are straightforward. Even a beginner cook can make this dish and it will turn out great.


Nelly Natta
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This curry was a hit with my family! The prawns were succulent and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I especially appreciated the use of coconut milk, which added a touch of sweetness and richness. We'll definitely be adding this recipe to our regu


Chubby Mirabek
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I've tried many prawn curry recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's easy to follow and the result is absolutely delicious. The prawns are cooked perfectly and the sauce is rich and flavorful. Highly recommended!


MD Hasan Ahmed Ali
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This prawn curry is a true delight. The flavors are incredibly well-balanced, with the coconut milk and spices coming together perfectly. The prawns are cooked to perfection, tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again!