Shrimp with Garlic and Chilies Recipe

Name: Shrimp with Garlic and Chilies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 raw jumbo or about 16 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/81/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh hot green chilies; 2 tablespoons olive, canola, or peanut oil; 1/2 teaspoon whole brown or yellow mustard seeds; 1 large clove garlic, finely chopped; 15 fresh curry leaves; 5 tablespoons grated tomato (see page 289)

Servings: persons

1
Wash the shrimp well.
2
Leave in a strainer for a while and then pat dry.
3
Put in a bowl.
4
Add the cayenne, pepper, salt, and green chilies.
5
Mix well.
6
The shrimp may be covered and refrigerated until needed.
7
Put the oil in a wok, karhai, or frying pan and set over medium-high heat.
8
When hot, put in the mustard seeds.
9
As soon as the mustard seeds begin to pop, a matter of seconds, add the garlic and stir once or twice.
10
Quickly add the shrimp and curry leaves.
11
Stir a few times.
12
Add the grated tomato and stir again a few times.
13
Turn the heat down to medium low and let the shrimp cook gently, stirring as you do so, until they just turn opaque, a matter of 2 or 3 minutes.
14
Serve immediately.

381

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 raw jumbo or about 16 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/81/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste, Freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Shrimp with Garlic and Chilies 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.

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Shrimp with Garlic and Chilies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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