Best 3 King Prawns In Swahili Sauce Recipes
Are you craving a unique and flavorful seafood dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further! King prawns, also known as jumbo shrimp, are a prized delicacy in coastal regions worldwide. Their sweet and succulent meat pairs perfectly with a Swahili sauce, a vibrant and aromatic blend of spices and coconut milk. In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for cooking king prawns in this tantalizing sauce, inspiring you to create a dish that will impress your family and friends. Get ready to embark on a taste adventure that will transport you to the vibrant shores of East Africa!
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KING PRAWNS IN SWAHILI SAUCE
Mike Robinson's African recipe for king prawns in an aromatic coconut milk sauce and coriander rice Easy to make
Provided by MarraMamba
Categories African
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the washed basmati in a heavy-based medium saucepan. Add the juice of 3 limes, the chopped coriander stalks, 400ml coconut milk and salt to taste. Add just enough water to make the liquid in the pan come level with the rice.
- Bring the rice to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Cover tightly, remove from direct heat and set aside for 15 minutes by which time the liquid will be absorbed and the rice cooked through.
- Toss the prawns with the remaining lime juice and set aside to marinate briefly.
- Heat the oil in a heavy-based saucepan. Add the lemon grass, ginger, garlic, shallot, chillies, garam masala and turmeric and fry, stirring often, until the shallot has softened.
- Add the remaining coconut milk and the plum tomatoes. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Increase the heat and add the king prawns. Cook for a further 2 minutes, turning the prawns to ensure even cooking.
- Serve the prawns with the coriander rice, garnished with the coriander leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 752.8, Fat 39.2, SaturatedFat 29.9, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 113, Carbohydrate 93, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4, Protein 14.3
SWAHILI SAUCE
This easy recipe offers a coconut sauce with a real kick and makes a perfect partner for seafood and fish. To make lobster or shrimp Swahili simply prepare the seafood, marinate for 20 minutes in a little lime juice and add to the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes and serve with coconut rice.
Provided by English_Rose
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pour the olive oil into a large frying pan over a gentle heat and add all the ingredients, except for the coconut milk. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and then stir in the coconut milk.
- Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 653.6, Fat 57.8, SaturatedFat 40.7, Sodium 142.5, Carbohydrate 33.8, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 20.1, Protein 9.4
EASY YUMMY KING PRAWN THAI GREEN CURRY
This is an easy recipe with amazing results. I first tried this with fresh chilli, lemongrass and ginger, but the things I list here can be kept as part of your fridge/cupboard stock and therefore this can be made at the drop of a hat, pretty much no prep needed, and tastes just as good. We have this on a weekly basis. The consistency of the sauce will be quite thin, which is fine, do not try to thicken it, it is meant to be that way. I serve this in a bowl, on a plate with the rice to the side, so you can scoop up a forkful of rice then dip and pick up prawns, mushrooms and sauce. I would recommend tasting once you put the stock etc in, if it is too sweet, add more stock, you can tinker with the amount of stock and coconut milk to your taste. The coriander must be fresh, it really makes the dish. Enjoy!
Provided by Marychef
Categories Curries
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan.
- Add the ginger, lemongrass, chilli flakes and cook for one minute.
- Add the curry paste and stir well, and cook for two minutes.
- Add the coconut milk, fish sauce and chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a strong simmer and add the mushrooms. Simmer for 8-9 minutes.
- Add the prawns. If your prawns are already cooked, then heat through for no more than 2-3 minutes, or they will become tough. If raw prawns are being used, cook until they are completely turned pink and then two minutes more.
- Stir in the coriander for the last minute of cooking.
- Serve with jasmine rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.1, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 15.7, Cholesterol 159.8, Sodium 2243.2, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.1, Protein 23.1
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. Swahili cuisine is very versatile, so feel free to adapt the recipes to your own taste.
- Use a heavy bottomed pot. This will help to prevent the prawns from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Cook the prawns until they are just cooked through. Overcooking will make them tough.
- Serve the prawns immediately. This is when they are at their best.
Conclusion:
King prawns in Swahili sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The prawns are cooked in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices. The sauce is rich and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the succulent prawns. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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