In the microwave
Remove sleeve, pierce film & cook on full power for 5 minutes. Cut-open film & gently mix. Re-cover and cook for another 2 minutes. Rest for 2 minutes and stir gently before serving.
Freezer to plate in minutes
Cook it straight from frozen. No defrosting, and always heat until piping hot.
In the oven
35-40 minutes. Electric: 190°C, Fan: 170°C, Gas: Gas Mark 5
Preheat oven. Remove sleeve and pierce film. Place on a baking tray in centre of oven and heat for 20 minutes. Cut film open and mix gently. Re-cover and heat further 15 to 20 minutes. Stand for 2 minutes, gently stir, check seasoning and serve.
Preheat oven. Remove sleeve and pierce film. Place on a baking tray in centre of oven and heat for 20 minutes. Cut film open and mix gently. Re-cover and heat further 15 to 20 minutes. Stand for 2 minutes, gently stir, check seasoning and serve.
On the hob
From frozen, gently heat in a suitable pan with about 2 tablespoons of water until thoroughly hot. Adjust consistency and seasoning if required.
“I learnt this recipe from a real fisherman’s family from the west coast of India.
Fisherman’s family recipe from Malabar coast. King Prawns in a fragrant curry with coconuts, tamarind and spices.
Enjoy this curry with our Malabar ghee rice and Mum’s masala potatoes.”
Chef Akila · Keighley, West Yorkshire
60+years of cooking
4.88from 66 reviews of this dish
from 66 reviews
Top food hygiene rating: 5, very good
Our Keighley kitchen, inspected by Bradford Council, Oct 2025
Four promises from Akila’s kitchen
The rules we cook by, in every batch, since 2016.
Slow-cooked. No shortcuts.
Made from scratch in small batches, with freshly ground masalas. No base gravies.
100% British meat.
Supporting traditional butchers and farmers since 2016.
Cold-pressed oils. Homemade ghee.
No industrial seed oils or re-used oils.
Only what I’d serve my family.
No artificial additives, preservatives or colours.
In their words
Rated 4.88 out of 5 from 66 reviews of this dish.
“They are a great size for 2 & they taste great plus very easy heat with very easy removable tops which is really rare these days”
“Lovely food, really tasty. I will definitely order again”
“Have yet to eat it. It's sitting in the freezer waiting for a family get together in a few days time. Delivery excellent as was the packaging. We are looking forward to sharing the delicious curries with our guests.”
“Food arrived on time and is really nice when cooked and great quality”
Good to know
Heating, storage and allergens, answered.
Can I cook it from frozen?
Yes. Every method starts from frozen: about 10 minutes in the microwave, 40 to 45 in the oven, or gently on the hob with a splash of water.
How long do the meals keep?
Every meal has a best before date printed on the pack, and arrives with at least 6 months to go. Once defrosted, keep any leftovers in the fridge and eat them within 1 to 2 days. Please don’t refreeze meals once thawed.
What allergens does it contain?
Allergens are listed in bold under Ingredients & allergens above. Our kitchen is 100% gluten-free but handles sesame, nuts and mustard.
Is it halal?
No, our meals are not halal. We source premium British meat from trusted farmers and butchers, with a focus on quality, animal welfare and provenance. Our lamb and beef come from local Yorkshire farmers.
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