Coconut Curry Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 200 g spaghetti
• 200 ml coconut milk
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 10 leaves curry leaves
• 2 small green chilies
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp ginger
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• to taste salt
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil a pot of salted water, cook the spaghetti until al dente (about 9 minutes), then drain and set aside.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, heat oil in a pan over medium heat, add mustard seeds and let them pop, then add curry leaves, minced garlic, ginger, and sliced green chilies; sauté for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in turmeric powder, then pour in coconut milk, bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, seasoning with salt.

4. 4

   Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce, toss to coat evenly, and cook together for another 2 minutes to let flavors meld.

5. 5

   Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro.