SPICED INDIAN SHRIMP

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Transform marinara into an Indian-style simmer sauce for shrimp with the help of garam masala, fresh ginger, and scallions. Serve atop steamed couscous for a quick yet satisfying weeknight dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons safflower oil or ghee
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 cup diced onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 1/2 cups Marinara or store-bought marinara
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Steamed couscous or long-grain rice, for serving
Thinly sliced scallions, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; sprinkle with garam masala. Add to skillet in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until opaque, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat. Add onion and ginger; cook, stirring, until onion is tender, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add marinara; simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cream and shrimp with any accumulated juices. Season with salt and pepper. Serve over couscous, topped with scallions.

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