Magical Dried Fruit and Nut Curry

Experience the magic of this flavorful dried fruit and nut curry. It combines the sweetness of dried apricots and figs with the crunchiness of mixed nuts in a creamy coconut-based sauce with aromatic spices. A delightful dish that's perfect for special occasions or anytime you want a unique and exotic curry.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried apricots
• 1 cup dried figs
• 1 cup mixed nuts almonds, cashews, pistachios
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 can 400ml coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Soak the dried apricots and figs in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain and chop them into bite-sized pieces

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat

Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant

Add the chopped onion and saut until it becomes translucent

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes until aromatic

Add the curry powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder

Cook for a minute to toast the spices

Add the chopped dried fruits and mixed nuts to the skillet

Stir well to coat them with the spice mixture

Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer

Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens

Season with salt to taste

Garnish the Magical Dried Fruit and Nut Curry with fresh cilantro leaves

Serve the curry hot with rice or naan bread