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An authentic Indian dhansak curry recipe to try at home

An authentic Indian dhansak curry recipe to try at home

Indian dhansak curry recipe

40 Mins

Nutrition Facts

Calories
284Kcal
Protien
32.3g
Fat
7.2g
Carbohydrates
24.1g
  • 450g prawns, de-veined
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 70g red lentils, rinsed
  • 473ml vegetable stock
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¾ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1 tbsp all-spice powder
  • 1 tsp tamarind paste
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 lemon, halved
  • 118ml fresh coriander, chopped

STEP 1

Wash the prawns, de-vein them, and set them aside.

STEP 2

Place a large saucepan on medium heat and add oil. Once the oil is hot, add chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes or until they turn translucent.

STEP 3

Add minced garlic, grated ginger, turmeric, all-spice powder, chilli powder, and a dash of water. Cook for a minute or two.

STEP 4

Add red lentils, tomatoes, tamarind paste, vegetable stock, and sugar. Mix well so that the spices coat everything and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the red lentils are cooked.

STEP 5

Add prawns and stir so that the mixture coats them evenly. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes. Once the prawn is cooked and there isn’t too much liquid in the pot, take the saucepan off the heat. You can increase the heat a bit to thicken the sauce as per your liking.

STEP 6

Garnish with freshly squeezed lemon and freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve alongside rice or flatbread.

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