The delicious cashew curry, which is a must for the Sri Lankan festive table, is very creamy, nutty and soft. It is a dish with a high nutritional value and taste. It is especially suitable for those who like to eat less spicy and milky food. This cashew curry can be cooked in several ways.
I’ve made this curry at home, and soaking the cashews properly really helps achieve a soft and creamy texture.
Today we are going to make a delicious cashew curry that has a milky taste and creamy texture. And it is vegetarian.
👉 If you enjoy simple Sri Lankan curries, you might also like our homemade dal recipe.
Ingredients for cashew curry
- 250g unroasted cashews
- 1 ½ tablespoons oil
- 2cm cinnamon stick
- 2 curry leaves sprigs
- About 3-4 pandan leaves
- ½ onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 2-3 green chillies, sliced
- 1 teaspoon unroasted curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup coconut milk
Method
- Add water until the cashews are about 1-2 inches above the bowl (At room temperature). Cover and soak for at least 6–8 hours (or overnight). Note: You can split the cashews in half before soaking if you wish.
- Add water till it is about 1 -2 inches above the level of the cashew nuts.
- Drain off the water from the cashews, then set them aside.
- Put oil in a saucepan and heat over low heat.
- Add cinnamon, curry leaves, pandan leaves and onion. Cook until onion is translucent. Continuing to stir can prevent the onions from burning.
- Add garlic and chillies. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add curry powder, turmeric and salt. Cook, mixing well, for about 30 seconds. Constant stirring can prevent the onions from burning.
- Add the soaked cashews and stir until well mixed.
- Add water. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes. Checking periodically can ensure that there is enough liquid in the saucepan. Add water if needed. Also take a cashew or two and check if they are cooked. This might take less or longer.
- Add coconut milk.
- Cook until the cashews soften and easy to break. Stir occasionally.
Serve with rice.
Tips for Better Cashew Curry
- Soak cashews well to get a soft texture
- Avoid overcooking to keep the shape intact
- Use fresh curry leaves for better flavor
Now that our cashew curry is ready, please enjoy it and comment below with your thoughts and suggestions. Thank you for joining our deliciouslypinned recipe website.
This cashew curry is a simple and comforting dish that can be made easily at home. With a few ingredients and the right steps, you can enjoy a rich and creamy curry without much effort.
This simple cashew curry is easy to make at home and brings a rich, creamy flavor using basic ingredients.
For your convenience, a video on how to make this cashew curry dish is provided below. Watching it will make it very easy to make this dish.
👉 You can also try our Crispy Air Fryer Cutlet – Easy Homemade Cutlet Recipe for another flavorful dish.