Shrimp Malai Recipe Soma Sengupta

Name: Shrimp Malai Recipe Soma Sengupta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons of oil; Five Cardamom pods; Six Cloves; Two or Three sticks of Cinnamon; 1 1/2 to 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled & de-veined; 2 table spoon of ginger paste (puree ginger in a liquefier or blender, adding as little water by teasponfulls if necessary); Seven or Eight Green Chili; 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder; Chili powder to taste (you can make it as hot or mild as you want, but this dish is better with some heat. I suggest you add at least 1 tsp. But if you cannot stand heat, you need not); 2 cans of coconut milk; 1 tablespoon water; 1 generous teaspoon sugar; Salt to taste

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons of oil
Five Cardamom pods
Six Cloves
Two or Three sticks of Cinnamon
1 1/2 to 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled & de-veined
2 table spoon of ginger paste (puree ginger in a liquefier or blender, adding as little water by teasponfulls if necessary)
Seven or Eight Green Chili
1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
Chili powder to taste (you can make it as hot or mild as you want, but this dish is better with some heat. I suggest you add at least 1 tsp. But if you cannot stand heat, you need not)
2 cans of coconut milk
1 tablespoon water
1 generous teaspoon sugar
Salt to taste

1
Heat oil in a saute pan.
2
The pan must be at least 3 inches deep.
3
When oil is starting to smoke, add the cloves, cardamom and cinnamon and fry over medium heat, just until aromas are released.
4
This should take about 3-4 minutes.
5
Do not let the cardamom color.
6
Add shrimp.
7
Allow to fry for 2 or 3 minutes, then turn the shrimp over and fry for another 2 minutes.
8
Add ginger paste, turmeric powder and chili powder and saute for 1 minute.
9
Then add the green chilis, followed by the coconut milk and about a tablespoon of water.
10
Add the teaspoon of sugar and salt to taste.
11
Boil hard for 4 to five minutes.

399

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons of oil, Five Cardamom pods, Six Cloves, Two or Three sticks of Cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Malai Recipe Soma Sengupta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Malai Recipe Soma Sengupta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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