Tandoori Shrimp Recipe

Name: Tandoori Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds jumbo or large shrimp; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon grated or crushed fresh ginger; 3 to 6 fresh hot green chilies, minced; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons horseradish; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 1/2 teaspoon carom (ajwain) seeds, crushed, or substitute 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 teaspoons yellow food coloring (optional); Olive oil for basting; 2 medium-sized onions, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; Lemon slices and fresh coriander sprigs for garnish

Servings: persons

2 pounds jumbo or large shrimp
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated or crushed fresh ginger
3 to 6 fresh hot green chilies, minced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons horseradish
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon carom (ajwain) seeds, crushed, or substitute 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons yellow food coloring (optional)
Olive oil for basting
2 medium-sized onions, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
Lemon slices and fresh coriander sprigs for garnish

1
Shell and devein the shrimp, leaving the tail part on.
2
Rinse the shrimp and pat them dry on towels.
3
Combine all the ingredients of the marinade in a large ceramic bowl.
4
Add the shrimp and toss well.
5
Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
6
Light and prepare a covered charcoal grill until white ash covers the coals and the heat subdues to a moderately hot level.
7
Scatter presoaked grapevine cuttings over the coals.
8
Lightly brush the racks with oil.
9
Thread the shrimp alternating with the onions on long thin metal skewers.
10
Brush the shrimp with oil.
11
Place the skewers on the rack.
12
Barbecue, turning them two or three times, until the shrimp are opaque (about six minutes).
13
Slide the shrimp along with the onions off the skewers onto a heated platter.
14
Garnish with lemon slices and coriander sprigs.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds jumbo or large shrimp, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated or crushed fresh ginger, 3 to 6 fresh hot green chilies, minced, and more.

Yes, Tandoori 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.

Tandoori Shrimp

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