Mauritian Prawn Curry: A Fiery Lunch Recipe Enjoyed With Rice

By Devi Poojari

Make the most of the rainy weather outside with this comforting and spicy prawn curry which is simple to make and great to enjoy with a bowl of rice.

Ingredients

250 grams prawns, cleaned 1 onion, chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 teaspoons minced ginger 6 cloves minced garlic 1 piece cinnamon 6-7 curry leaves 3 green chillies, chopped 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Juice of ½ lemon 2 teaspoons turmeric powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon chilli powder 1 mace 1 pinch nutmeg powder 2 tablespoons chopped coriander Salt, to taste

METHOD

Add the spice powders to a bowl, along with the minced ginger-garlic and turn into a paste with a spoonful of water.

METHOD

Fry the onions in hot oil until translucent before adding the whole spices and stirring in the spice paste.

METHOD

Once aromatic, add the curry leaves, green chillies and chopped tomatoes and let everything simmer for 12-15 minutes, with a little bit of additional water.

METHOD

Season with salt and add the prawns to cook for another 3-4 minutes.

METHOD

Garnish with lots of chopped coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve hot.