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Curried Coconut Water Prawn Recipe

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Mozambique Curried Coconut Water Prawn Recipe

Mozambique curried coconut water prawn recipe is a favorite coastal recipe of Southern Africa.

Mozambique Curried Coconut Water Prawn Recipe

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Mozambique curried coconut water prawn recipe is a simple African food recipe to make for a weeknight dinner. 

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes


Mozambique Curried Coconut Water Prawn Recipe

Serves 4: Low fat

Nutrition facts: 240 calories, 2 grams fat

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds fresh prawns or shrimp, cleaned, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons good quality curry powder
2 tablespoons chopped curry leaves
1 chopped hot pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 onions, chopped finely
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 tablespoon cumin
2 cups coconut water


Directions
In a large saucepan brown over medium heat, add oil, curry, onions, garlic, cumin, curry leaves and ginger. In a small bowl mix flour and coconut water well add hot pepper and coconut water mixture to the saucepan, cover tightly, and simmer 10 minutes. Add prawns simmer 4-5 minutes. Serve over rice. 

Mozambique Curried Coconut Water Prawn Recipe
Mozambique Curried Coconut Water Prawn Recipe

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The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

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