Lambi curry (conch curry)

Instructions

1. Cut the lambi into thin strips and rub it with half the curry powder, salt and pepper.
2. Heat the oil and fry the sliced onions and garlic for 4 minutes.
3. Add the lambi and sear it for 3 minutes over high heat, then lower the heat.
4. Stir in the rest of the curry powder, the chopped tomato and the whole chilli, then stir for 2 minutes.
5. Add the potatoes cut into cubes and the thyme, then cover with water to just above the level of the ingredients.
6. Simmer for 25 minutes, then pour in the coconut milk and continue for 10 minutes until the sauce is creamy.
7. Remove the chilli, adjust the salt and serve with bread or rice.