Tamilian Shrimp Curry Recipe

Name: Tamilian Shrimp Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: approximately 30 fresh uncooked shrimp; 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (I think they are referring to fresh, I'd use a dash coconut milk too if using the dried stuff!); 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/8 teaspoon turmeric; 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns; 2 tablespoons freshly ground coriander; 1 inch slice ginger; 2 green chilies, split in half; 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup); 1 cup chopped fresh tomato; sea salt; 1 teaspoon oil; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed (sombu); 2 whole curry leaves (neem leaves)

Servings: persons

approximately 30 fresh uncooked shrimp
1 cup water
2 tablespoons shredded coconut (I think they are referring to fresh, I'd use a dash coconut milk too if using the dried stuff!)
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
2 tablespoons freshly ground coriander
1 inch slice ginger
2 green chilies, split in half
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
sea salt
1 teaspoon oil
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed (sombu)
2 whole curry leaves (neem leaves)

1
Wash srimp. Remove veins and remove shells.
2
Bring water to a boil in a pot.
3
Add chopped onion and tomato (I may fry it in a little oil first until soft).
4
Grind shredded coconut , cumin ,turmeric, black pepper, & ground coriander in a spice or coffee mill.
5
Add this spice mixture and the fresh ginger to the boiling pot of water, onion and tomatoes.
6
Add the shrimp and cook covered over a low heat for 15 minutes.
7
Heat oil in a small frying pan and fry fennel seeds until (reddish) brown then add the curry leaves and green chilli.
8
When shrimp is cooked pour in fennel mixture.
9
Check for salt.
10
The consistency should be watery like sambar.
11
Coastal region shrimp kulambu (not sure of this words meaning, I think it means easy curry) is ready!
12
Serve hot with plain steamed rice.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: approximately 30 fresh uncooked shrimp, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (I think they are referring to fresh, I'd use a dash coconut milk too if using the dried stuff!), 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Tamilian Shrimp Curry 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.

Tamilian Shrimp Curry

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