King Prawn Korma Recipe

Name: King Prawn Korma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Pack raw king prawns; 1/2 can Coconut milk; 2 large Tomatos (not too ripe); 1/2 dozen Shallots; 3 Cardamom pods; 2 Cloves; 1 Cinnamon stick; 1 Knob butter; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 1 tsp Fenugreek; 1 clove Garlic; 1 Thumbsize piece ginger; 1 tsp Turmeric; 1 tsp Dried coriander; 1 pinch Salt and black pepper; 1 pinch Fennel seed; 1 small red chilli; 1 tsp Dried red chilli powder; 1 bunch Fresh coriander

Servings: persons

1 Pack raw king prawns
1/2 can Coconut milk
2 large Tomatos (not too ripe)
1/2 dozen Shallots
3 Cardamom pods
2 Cloves
1 Cinnamon stick
1 Knob butter
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Fenugreek
1 clove Garlic
1 Thumbsize piece ginger
1 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp Dried coriander
1 pinch Salt and black pepper
1 pinch Fennel seed
1 small red chilli
1 tsp Dried red chilli powder
1 bunch Fresh coriander

1
Make a paste by blending the ginger, garlic, chilli, turmeric and dried coriander.
2
Marinate the prawns in the paste for about and hour in the fridge.
3
Blend the onion into a paste, set aside.
4
Heat the butter and olive oil in a pan, add the cinnamon, cloves and cardamom and simmer for 3 minutes being careful not to burn the butter.
5
Add the onion puree to the pan, simmer for 3 minutes stirring all the time so as not to burn the onion.
6
Add the chilli powder, stir.
7
Add the Tomatos.
8
Simmer for 5 minutes stirring frequently.
9
Add the marinated prawns, cook stirring untill the prawns just turn pink.
10
Add the fenugreek and fennel seed, stir.
11
Add the count milk and simmer for 5 minutes.
12
Serve and garnish with fresh coriander.

346

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 Pack raw king prawns, 1/2 can Coconut milk, 2 large Tomatos (not too ripe), 1/2 dozen Shallots, and more.

Yes, King Prawn Korma 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.

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King Prawn Korma

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