Shrimps In Spiced Coconut Milk/ Chingri Malai

Name: Shrimps In Spiced Coconut Milk/ Chingri Malai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 25 shrimps I used Pacific White Shrimps; 3/4 cup onions chopped; 1/4 cup tomato chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala; 1 bay leaf; 3 green cardamoms; 3 cloves; 2 pieces cinnamon 1 inch stick; 1 cup coconut milk; 1 teaspoon sugar; salt to taste; oil; 1 pinch nutmeg powder, optional; 1 pinch mace powder, optional; ghee optional

Servings: persons

25 shrimps I used Pacific White Shrimps
3/4 cup onions chopped
1/4 cup tomato chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala
1 bay leaf
3 green cardamoms
3 cloves
2 pieces cinnamon 1 inch stick
1 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon sugar
salt to taste
oil
1 pinch nutmeg powder, optional
1 pinch mace powder, optional
ghee optional

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["De-shell and wash the shrimps nicely.", "Marinate with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and half the turmeric powder. Keep aside", "Heat a tablespoon of oil in a saucepan.", "Add the onions and saute till pink.", "Add the garlic and tomatoes and continue to saute till slightly browned.
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Remove, cool and grind to a smooth paste.", "In the same saucepan add another tablespoon of oil and heat it.", "Add the marinated shrimps and saute till they turn opaque. Remove and keep aside.", "Add another tablespoon of oil to the saucepan.", "Temper with bay leaf, cardamoms, cloves and cinnamon. Saute till spices release their aroma.", "Add the ground paste along with rest of turmeric powder and red chili powder.", "Pour in the coconut milk and simmer the sauce for a minute.", "Add the shrimps back in and some more salt and cover and cook for about 10 minutes.", "Add in the sugar and taste to balance the flavors.", "Lastly add the nutmeg powder, mace powder and drizzle 1 teaspoon of ghee on top.", "Switch off the heat and let it rest for the flavors to develop.", "Serve Chingri Malai or Shrimps in spiced coconut milk with steamed basmati rice for a delicious and decadent meal."]

813

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

155

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

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 25 shrimps I used Pacific White Shrimps, 3/4 cup onions chopped, 1/4 cup tomato chopped, 1 tablespoon chopped garlic, and more.

Yes, Shrimps In Spiced Coconut Milk/ Chingri Malai 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!