Fragrant Butterflied Shrimp Recipe

Name: Fragrant Butterflied Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chickpea flour (see Note); 1 tablespoon Garlic Paste; 1 tablespoon Ginger Paste; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; Salt; 1 1/2 pounds large shrimpshelled, deveined and butterflied; 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon garam masala (see Note); 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons chickpea flour (see Note)
1 tablespoon Garlic Paste
1 tablespoon Ginger Paste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt
1 1/2 pounds large shrimpshelled, deveined and butterflied
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon garam masala (see Note)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

1
In a small skillet, toast the chickpea flour over moderate heat, stirring, until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
2
Scrape the flour onto a plate and let cool.
3
In a shallow dish, combine the Garlic Paste, Ginger Paste, lemon juice, oil and a pinch of salt.
4
Add the shrimp, turn to coat and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
5
In a medium bowl, mix the yogurt, lime and lemon zests, garam masala, pepper, cayenne, turmeric and chickpea flour.
6
Add the shrimp and refrigerate for 45 minutes longer.
7
Preheat the broiler.
8
Thread the shrimp onto four 10-inch skewers.
9
Broil 2 skewers about 3 inches from the heat, rotating the pan, for 3 minutes, or until the shrimp are just cooked through.
10
Repeat with the remaining 2 skewers and serve.

1310

kcal

Calories

143

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons chickpea flour (see Note), 1 tablespoon Garlic Paste, 1 tablespoon Ginger Paste, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Fragrant Butterflied Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fragrant Butterflied Shrimp

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