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Coconut Curry Prawn Pasta

Coconut Curry Prawn Pasta: A Tropical Delight You’ll Love

Experience the delightful fusion of Italian pasta and creamy coconut curry with this Coconut Curry Prawn Pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Southeast Asian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 250 grams Linguine or Spaghetti Linguine is preferred for sauce adherence.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Optional, enhances richness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger
  • 1 whole Red Chili Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder Key ingredient for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric For color and health benefits.
  • 1 can Full-fat Coconut Milk For creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce or Soy Sauce Depending on dietary needs.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice For brightness.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Toppings
  • 500 grams Raw Prawns Peeled and deveined.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Coriander For garnish.
  • 1 whole Lime Wedges Serve on side.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook linguine in salted boiling water for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic, ginger, and red chili for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add prawns, curry powder, and turmeric. Cook for 2–3 minutes until prawns turn pink.
  4. Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, and lime juice. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Add drained linguine to the sauce, toss to coat, and add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with coriander and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, prepare prawns fresh rather than freezing.

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