Shrimp with Spiced Masala and Coconut Milk

Name: Shrimp with Spiced Masala and Coconut Milk
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 cup onions; 4 garlic cloves; 1.5 tsp garam masala; 1.5 tsp curry powder; 1.5 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp turmeric; 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 can diced tomatoes (28 ounce); 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 lb uncooked large shrimp; 1 can unsweetened coconut milk (13 ounce); 0.5 cup cilantro; 0.25 cup green onion top; 1.5 tbsp fresh lemon juice

A South Asian dish of prawns, coconut milk and coriander, seasoned with garam masala and curry powder and simmered on the stove.

35 min · Serves 8 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 10 min · Cook 25 min · 35 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onions; saute until deep golden, for about 20 minutes.
20 min
2
Add garlic and all spices; saute for 1 minute. Cool to lukewarm. Puree tomatoes with juice and yogurt in processor until almost smooth.
1 min
3
Add onion mixture; puree until almost smooth. Season masala to taste with salt and pepper.
4
Heat oil in a heavy large deep skillet over medium-high. Add shrimp and saute until partially cooked, for about 2 minutes.
2 min
5
Stir in coconut milk, cilantro, green onions, lemon juice and prepared masala. Simmer for about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3 min