Shrimp/Prawns Curry/Gravy (Recipe) | Arabic Style (Without Coconut Milk) | Simple/Easy

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

curry paste

🥗Healthier: homemade curry powder

💰Cheaper: store-bought curry powder

Homemade curry powder can be healthier and more customizable.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor with lower sodium.

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

Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add curry paste and stir to combine, cooking for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

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

Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar, mixing well.

Add sliced bell pepper, carrot, and green beans, cooking until tender, about 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil and chopped chili.

Serve hot over rice or noodles.

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