Spicy Masala Shrimp
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Be warned: this dish is super spicy with heat coming from the green chilies,the red chili powder and the garam masala.
Ingredients
- Jumbo Shrimp-1 lb (450 g) cleaned and deveined
- Onion-1 large onion chopped into small pieces or grated
- Ginger-1 inch crushed
- Garlic- 3 cloves crushed
- Tomato-2 pureed
- Ground Cumin-2 tsp (10 ml)
- Ground Coriander-2 tsp (10 ml)
- Turmeric-1/2 tsp
- Garam Masala-1 tsp (5 ml)
- Red Chili powder or paprika-1 tsp (5 ml)
- Green Chili-2 seeded and chopped
- Salt- to taste
- Water-1 1/2 cups (360 ml)
- Fresh Coriander-to garnish
- Oil-3-4 tbsp
Instructions
- In a skillet heat the oil.
- Add the chopped onion and saute on medium heat until golden.
- Add the ginger and garlic.
- Add the pureed tomato along with all the spices and the green chili
- Continue to cook until you see oil separating from the sides.
- Add water and bring to a boil.Add salt and check the seasonings.
- Reduce the heat and add the Shrimp.
- Cook for about 5-6 minutes until Shrimp is cooked.
- Mix well and garnish with fresh coriander.
- Serve hot with Rice or Naan!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when the masala base is ready before adding the shrimp?
The recipe tells you to keep cooking the tomato-spice mixture “until you see oil separating from the sides” of the pan. That visible ring of oil means the raw tomato and spice flavors have fully cooked out — skipping this step results in a muddy, undercooked masala. Only then add the shrimp.
How long do the shrimp need to cook once added to the masala?
The recipe specifies about 5–6 minutes on reduced heat after adding the shrimp. Since 1 lb of jumbo shrimp cook quickly, pulling them at that point — as soon as they are opaque and curled — prevents rubbery texture.
Yum
Just mouthwatering….looks delicious!