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Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk

Comforting Prawns in Coconut Milk: A Taste of Home Delight

A delightful recipe featuring comforting prawns in coconut milk for a taste of home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil Used for sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Peeled and minced
  • 2 pieces Serrano or Jalapeño Peppers Sliced
  • 2 cans Coconut Milk For the creamy base
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 3 cans Anchovy Fillets Canned, adds umami
For the Prawns
  • 1 pound Raw Prawns Or Jumbo Shrimp
For the Aromatics
  • 2 pieces Medium Scallions Chopped
  • 1 medium Red Onion Chopped
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Diced
  • 2 stalks Fresh Lemongrass Trimmed and smashed
For the Greens and Serve
  • 2 cups Greens Chile leaves or any tender greens
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Commonly served alongside
  • 1 piece Lime For squeezing over the dish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Peel and mince the ginger, slice peppers, chop scallions and red onions, and grate lime zest.
  2. Prepare Lemongrass: Trim, halve, and smash the lemongrass stalks; tie into a bundle.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat canola oil in a Dutch oven, then add lemongrass, ginger, peppers, scallions, and onions; sauté for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Cook Tomatoes: Stir in tomatoes, cooking for another 8-10 minutes until they break down.
  5. Combine Broth: Add coconut milk, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Add Prawns: Gently add prawns, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes until fully cooked.
  7. Finish with Greens: Stir in greens, allow them to wilt for 2 minutes, and discard the lemongrass.
  8. Serve: Ladle into bowls and serve alongside jasmine rice with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Fresh prawns are key for flavor. Adjust spice levels based on preference. Leftovers can be stored for up to 2 days.

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