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Prawn and Sweet Potato Curry
Embark on a culinary journey with this tantalizing Prawn and Sweet Potato Curry. Succulent prawns and hearty sweet potatoes are enveloped in an aromatic blend of spices, simmering together in a creamy coconut milk base to create a dish that is both comforting and exotic. This curry, with its origins in South Asian cuisine, is a testament to the region's rich heritage of spice trade, bringing together diverse flavors in a harmonious blend.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Cooked rice
- 2 cups
- Fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Salt
- to taste
- Chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon
- Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon
- Turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Curry powder
- 1 tablespoon
- Fresh ginger
- 1 inch piece, grated
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Onion
- 1 large, chopped
- Coconut milk
- 1 (13.5 ounce) can
- Sweet potatoes
- 2 medium, peeled and cubed
- Prawns
- 1 pound, peeled and deveined
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder to the pan. Stir well to coat the onions in the spices, letting them toast slightly for about 1 minute.
- Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pan and stir to coat them in the spices. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine all the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cover the pan and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add the prawns to the pan, stirring to distribute them evenly. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and are cooked through.
- Season the curry with salt to taste.
- Serve the Prawn and Sweet Potato Curry over cooked rice, garnishing each serving with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 550 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 60g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 10g
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