Shrimp with Spicy Masala

Name: Shrimp with Spicy Masala
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 medium onions; 1 tbsp chopped fresh garlic; 1.5 tsp garam masala; 1.5 tsp curry powder; 1.5 tsp coriander; 1 tsp turmeric; 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 can diced tomatoes with juice (28 ounce); 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2.5 lb large shrimp; 1 can coconut milk (13 ounce); 0.5 cup chopped cilantro; 0.333 cup green onion; 1.5 tbsp lemon juice

Gently simmered prawns, coriander and tomatoes, warmed with garam masala and curry powder, a South Asian dish.

45 min · Serves 6 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 30 min · Cook 15 min · 45 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
To make the masala: heat oil in a large frypan over medium heat. Add in onions and saute for about 20 minutes until deep golden brown.
20 min
2
Add in garlic and all the spices; stir for about 1 minute; cool to lukewarm. Puree the tomatoes with juice and the yogurt in a processor until ALMOST smooth.
1 min
3
Add in the onion mixture and puree just enough to combine. Season the masala with salt and pepper.
4
At this point you can cover and refrigerate overnight. To make the shrimp: heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Add in shrimp and saute until partially cooked (about 2 minutes). Stir in coconut milk, cilantro, green onions, lemon juice and prepared marsala; simmer for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp is opaque in the center, stirring with a wooden spoon.
6
Season with salt and pepper. Serve over basmati rice.