Indian-Spiced Shrimp Recipe

Name: Indian-Spiced Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced lengthwise; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno, including seeds; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon turmeric (optional); 1 lb tomatoes (3 medium), cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped if desired

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced lengthwise
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno, including seeds
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon turmeric (optional)
1 lb tomatoes (3 medium), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 lb large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped if desired

1
Cook onion in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes.
2
Add jalapeno, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring, until jalapeno is softened and garlic is golden, about 1 minute.
3
Add cumin, coriander, salt, and turmeric (if using) and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Add tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down and sauce is thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
5
Add shrimp and cook, turning occasionally, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
6
Remove skillet from heat and stir in half of cilantro.
7
Serve sprinkled with remaining cilantro.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced lengthwise, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno, including seeds, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Indian-Spiced 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.

Indian-Spiced Shrimp

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