🇬🇾 Guyanese Saime Curry | Authentic Village-Style Recipe! 🌿🍛

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cumin + turmeric

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and may be less expensive.

Clean and peel the saime.

Sauté shrimp for a few minutes until cooked, then set aside.

Add curry powder, garlic salt, and black pepper to the pot and sauté to release aromas.

Add the saime to the pot and mix well with the spices.

Pour in half a can of coconut milk and some water to balance the flavors.

Simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until the saime is tender.

Add the shrimp back into the pot and toss to incorporate the curry flavor.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary