Mornings with GMA Regional TV: Mangan Tila: Singaporean Shrimp Curry

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken is often more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, and evaporated milk is cost-effective.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common substitute, while salt is a basic alternative.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic curry powder

A homemade blend can be tailored for health, while generic is often cheaper.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in curry powder and turmeric; cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Add chopped tomatoes and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.

Stir in lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar; mix well.

Season with salt to taste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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