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Seychelles Fruit Bat Curry Recipe

Seychelles Fruit Bat Curry Recipe

I was excited to try the local Seychelles Fruit Bat Curry Recipe specialty. Fruit bat is a local delicacy in Seychelles that any intrepid eater should try at least once.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Seychelles
Keyword: Seychelles Fruit Bat Curry Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 153 kcal
Seychelles Fruit Bat Curry Recipe

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Chopping board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Grater
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Ladle

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fruit bat meat meat farm raised fruit bat meat or you can substitute any meat.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 onions medium onions finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1- inch piece of ginger grated grated
  • 2 green chilies chopped adjust according to spice preference
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder adjust according to spice preference
  • 14 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 13.5 ounces coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

Preparing the Ingredients:

  • Gather and measure all the required ingredients listed in the recipe.
  • Wash and cut the boneless meat into bite-sized pieces.
  • Finely chop the onions.
  • Mince the garlic cloves.
  • Grate the ginger.
  • Chop the green chilies.

Sautéing the Aromatics:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until golden brown.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chilies. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.

Adding the Spices:

  • Add curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and chili powder to the pot. Stir well to coat the onions and spices evenly.
  • Sauté the spices for a minute to release their flavors.

Cooking the Meat:

  • Add the bite-sized meat pieces to the pot and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Simmering the Curry:

  • Pour in the coconut milk and water. Stir well to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Cover the pot and let the curry simmer on low heat for about 1 hour or until the meat is tender.

Adjusting the Seasoning:

  • Check the seasoning and add salt to taste.
  • Stir the curry well and taste for desired saltiness and spiciness.
  • Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Garnishing and Serving:

  • Before serving, garnish the curry with fresh cilantro leaves.
  • Serve the Seychelles Fruit Bat Curry hot with steamed rice or naan bread.

Notes

Chop the ingredients ahead of time to save time during cooking.
Use a slow cooker instead of a pot for easier preparation.
Make a larger batch and freeze the extra portions for later use.

Nutrition

Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 220g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg
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