Goan Prawn / Shrimp Curry Recipe

Name: Goan Prawn / Shrimp Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon ground turmeric; ½ tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste; ½ teaspoon salt; 75 ml water; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced; 400 ml coconut milk; 500 g raw tiger shrimp, peeled; 450 g basmati rice; 4 cardamom pods; 8 cloves; 1 cinnamon stick; 600 ml water

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
½ teaspoon salt
75 ml water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 large onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely sliced
400 ml coconut milk
500 g raw tiger shrimp, peeled
450 g basmati rice
4 cardamom pods
8 cloves
1 cinnamon stick
600 ml water

1
Mix together all of the marinade ingredients to create a smooth paste.
2
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan and add the mustard seeds.
3
When they start to pop, add the onion and garlic.
4
Cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown.
5
Stir in the spice paste.
6
Fry over a gentle heat for 4-5 minutes, until the spices are aromatic.
7
Stir in the coconut milk and prawns.
8
Simmer for 5-6 minutes, until the prawns are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
9
Season to taste.
10
In the meantime, wash the rice in several changes of cold water, to get rid of any excess starch.
11
Place the rice in a saucepan with the cardamom, cloves, cinnamon stick and salt.
12
Pour in the water.
13
Bring to the boil, cover with a tight fitting lid and cook for 10 minutes.
14
Do not remove the lid during the cooking time.
15
Leave the rice to stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
16
Serve the prawn curry and rice together, with naan bread if desired.

847

kcal

Calories

Fat

135

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon ground turmeric, ½ tablespoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Goan Prawn / Shrimp Curry falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Goan Prawn / Shrimp Curry

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