Malaysian Curried Prawns Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Sauces
🔍 Keywords: Asian, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Stir Fry
Description:
The blend of flavors in this Malaysian Curried Prawns recipe strikes a perfect balance, ensuring that the richness of the coconut milk complements rather than overwhelms the succulent prawns. Served as a main dish or appetizer, this dish promises a delightful culinary journey with every bite.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 312.9
- Fat Content: 28.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 22.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 60.6mg
- Sodium Content: 277.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.8g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 1.2g
- Protein Content: 7.9g
Ingredients:
- 24 large prawns
- 1/2 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 4 tbsp dry white wine
- 1 tbsp curry paste
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp ketchup
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Melt 1 tbsp butter in a saucepan over medium heat. |
| 2 | Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns transparent. |
| 3 | Stir in the minced garlic and continue sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. |
| 4 | Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring continuously until fully incorporated. Then, add the ketchup and mix well. |
| 5 | Slowly pour in the coconut milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. It’s recommended to use a whisk for smoother consistency. |
| 6 | Incorporate the dry white wine, curry paste, and diced tomatoes into the sauce. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly. |
| 7 | Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together beautifully. |
| 8 | Meanwhile, in a separate skillet, melt the remaining 1/4 cup of butter over medium heat. |
| 9 | Add the large prawns to the skillet and sauté them until they turn a vibrant deep pink color, ensuring not to overcook them. |
| 10 | Once the prawns are cooked to perfection, pour the prepared curry sauce over them in the skillet, ensuring all prawns are generously coated. |
| 11 | Serve immediately over a bed of fluffy rice or noodles, allowing the delightful flavors to tantalize your taste buds with every bite. |
Serving Suggestions:
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or spring onions for an added burst of freshness.
- Accompany with steamed jasmine rice or stir-fried noodles to complete the meal.
Additional Tips:
- Adjust the amount of curry paste according to your preference for spiciness.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute light coconut milk instead of the regular one.
- Ensure not to overcook the prawns to maintain their tender texture and juicy flavor.
