INDIAN SHRIMP (PRAWN) CURRY

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A yogurt-based prawn curry. For garam masala, use your favorite recipe. There are several recipes here at Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Curries

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 lbs medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails intact)
2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
2 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups basmati rice, uncooked
1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced
4 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 cup Greek yogurt, plain
1/2 cup cilantro leaf, chopped

Steps:

  • Place prawns in a bowl with garlic, ginger, spices, 2 teaspoons oil and some salt and pepper. Stir well to coat, then cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice according to packet instructions. Cover and keep warm.
  • Heat 1 tbs oil in a wok or frypan over medium-high heat. Add prawns and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tbs oil to the pan, reduce the heat to medium, then add onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the tomato, then cover and simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until tomato is softened.
  • Return prawns to pan with yoghurt and cilantro, then warm through, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Season to taste, then serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.5, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 178.8, Sodium 821.2, Carbohydrate 83.5, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 6.8, Protein 28.8

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