Goan Prawn Curry
Tender prawns in a fragrant coconut curry with warming spices and bright lime. Ready in 25 minutes—one pan, restaurant-quality results.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
7 items — tap to check off
Missing one? Custrd suggests a swap that works.
Open the appInstructions
Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~1 minute.
Step 2
Add onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Stir in garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, 45 seconds.
Step 4
Add curry powder and stir to coat, cooking for 30 seconds.
Step 5
Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer, stirring to combine.
Step 6
Add prawns and simmer 4–5 minutes until opaque throughout, stirring once.
Step 7
Squeeze lime juice over the curry and stir gently.
Step 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot over rice or with naan.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon
- measuring spoons
- knife and cutting board
Cook smarter
Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge
Custrd is an iPhone and Android app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations. Try it free for 7 days.



