Chicken and prawn curry is a flavorful and aromatic dish that brings together the best of both land and sea. This delightful curry combines tender pieces of chicken and succulent prawns with a blend of fragrant spices and creamy coconut milk. The result is a mouthwatering and hearty curry that is sure to tantalize your taste buds and become a favorite in your home. Whether served with steamed rice or naan bread, this chicken and prawn curry will transport your senses to the vibrant flavors of South Asian cuisine.
Chicken and Prawn Curry Recipe
Delight in the delightful blend of flavors in Chicken and Prawn Curry, a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken and succulent prawns in a rich and aromatic coconut curry. This comforting curry brings together the best of land and sea, offering a taste of South Asian cuisine in the comfort of your home. Enjoy the deliciousness of this curry with steamed rice or naan bread, and savor every delectable bite of this enticing and hearty meal.
Equipment
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
- serving plate
Ingredients
- boneless chicken
- prawn
- garlic
- onion
- paprika
- cilantro
- vegetable oil
- coconut milk
- curry powder
- cayenne pepper
- tumeric
- ginger
- fish sauce
- tomato paste
- salt and pepper
- lime wedges
- coriander
- cumin
Instructions
- In a large skillet or pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté until the onions become translucent and the mixture becomes fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides.
- Stir in the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the spices release their flavors.
- Pour the coconut milk into the pan and stir well to combine with the chicken and spices.
- Add the tomato paste, fish sauce (if using), and brown sugar to the mixture. Stir to incorporate the flavors.
- Simmer the curry over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook and the flavors to meld together.
- Add the peeled and deveined prawns to the curry. Cook for another 5 minutes or until the prawns are cooked through and turn pink.
- Season the curry with salt and pepper to taste.
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Notes
You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less cayenne pepper or using a milder curry powder.
Feel free to customize the vegetables in the curry by adding bell peppers, peas, or baby corn.
The fish sauce adds an umami depth to the curry, but you can omit it if preferred.
For a creamier texture, you can use full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream.
Nutrition
Serving: 700g
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