Scallops in Spinach-Tomato Curry Sauce
Tender scallops cooked in a flavorful spinach-tomato curry sauce with a hint of mustard and coconut milk—an elegant dish perfect for entertaining.
Equipment
- Large non-stick frying pan
- spoon
Ingrediënten
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1½ tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp grainy French mustard
- Vegetable oil for cooking
- 1 tsp black or yellow mustard seeds
- 3 –4 garlic cloves peeled and finely chopped
- 1 cm ½ in piece fresh ginger (peeled and finely chopped)
- 150 ml 5 fl oz tinned chopped tomatoes
- 100 g 4 oz fresh spinach (cut crossways into fine strips)
- 550 g 1¼ lb whole raw scallops
- 120 ml 4 fl oz tinned coconut milk (or single cream)
Instructies
- Combine the chili powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, French mustard, and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl.
- Mix well to form a spice paste.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds.
- As soon as they begin to pop (this happens quickly), add the garlic and ginger.
- Stir and fry until the garlic turns light brown.
- Add the prepared spice paste and stir-fry for 15 seconds.
- Now add the chopped tomatoes and spinach.
- Stir well and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add 250 ml (8 fl oz) of water and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Add the scallops and turn the heat to high.
- Stir and cook the scallops until they just turn opaque (this will happen quickly).
- Add the coconut milk or cream and bring the sauce back to a simmer.
- Stir and simmer for another 30 seconds.
- Remove from the heat and serve immediately.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve the scallops in spinach-tomato curry sauce with rice, or for a lighter option, enjoy with noodles or a side salad.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay, to complement the creamy, spicy flavors of the dish.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 14 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 1.5 g
