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:

  1. 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.
  2. Let the couscous sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the cover, add the butter and lemon juice, and fluff gently with a fork until the grains are separated and airy. Set aside.
  4. Pat the prawns completely dry with paper towels. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  5. 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.
  6. Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Stir in the curry powder and salt, letting spices toast for 10 seconds.
  8. Pour in the coconut cream. Whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety.
  9. Return the prawns to the pan, tossing for 30 seconds to coat in the garlic and coconut cream.
  10. Serve the prawns and sauce over the fluffy couscous and garnish with chopped cilantro.