Coconut Curry Pasta (South Indian Style)

Ingredients

• 180 g Pasta (penne or spaghetti)
• 400 ml Coconut milk (unsweetened)
• 10 g Curry leaves(optional)
• 2 tsp Yellow curry powder
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp Ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1/2 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Lime juice(optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente (about 10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, 3–4 minutes. Stir in ginger and garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds.

3. 3

   Add curry powder and turmeric, then pour in coconut milk. Simmer gently for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Add curry leaves (if using) for the last 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add drained pasta to the coconut curry and toss to coat. If needed, loosen with a splash of reserved pasta water. Turn off heat, stir in lime juice (if using), and top with cilantro (if using). Serve immediately.