Ingredients:
- 1 cup (170g) dried couscous
- 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth, boiling
- 1 tbsp (14g) unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
- 1 lb (450g) large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp (15ml) neutral oil
- 3 cloves (9g) garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (120ml) full-fat coconut cream
- 1 tsp (2g) mild curry powder
- 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
- 2 tbsp (8g) fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions:
- Place the dried couscous and salt in a heat-proof bowl. Pour the boiling broth over the grains and immediately cover with a lid or plate.
- Let the couscous sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
- Remove the cover, add the butter and lemon juice, and fluff gently with a fork until the grains are separated and airy. Set aside.
- Pat the prawns completely dry with paper towels. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Add prawns in a single layer. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the curry powder and salt, letting spices toast for 10 seconds.
- Pour in the coconut cream. Whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety.
- Return the prawns to the pan, tossing for 30 seconds to coat in the garlic and coconut cream.
- Serve the prawns and sauce over the fluffy couscous and garnish with chopped cilantro.