Creamy Prawn Curry

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Steps

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Peel and devein the prawns , leaving the tails intact.

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Put them in a bowl , add the lemon juice , then toss together and leave the for 10 minutes.

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Rinse the prawns under running cold water and pad dry with paper towels.

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Heat the oil in a heavy based frying pan and fry the onion until lightly browned.

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Add the turmeric , cinnamon , cloves cardamom , bay leaves , ginger and garlic , and fry for 1 minute.

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Add the chili powder , creamed coconut or coconut milk , and salt , to taste , and simmer for 2 minutes.

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Add the prawns , return to the boil , then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes , or until the prawns are cooked through and the sauce is thick.

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Ingredients

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tiger shrimp, lemon juice, oil, onion, ground turmeric, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, bay leaves, gingerroot, garlic cloves, chili powder, creamed coconut, water