Shrimp curried in Coconut Milk

Recipe No: 195

This is a very easy yet tasty Shrimp Curry. I learned the secret of grinding Shrimp along with the Masala, first from Vahrehvah.com and later found that this is common in Thai cuisine. Well that feature in this curry gives its gravy a delectable taste. Just try for yourself…

Ingredients                                       Serves 3

• Shelled and deveined Raw Shrimp…250 grams
• Vegetable Oil……………………………...2 Tablespoons
• Tomato chopped………………………...1 big
• Coriander Leaves………………………..2 Tablespoons
• Thick Coconut Milk………………..…..1 Cup
• Vinegar……………………………….…….1/2 Teaspoon
• Pinch of Sugar
• Salt to taste

To grind into a smooth paste

• Red Chilly Powder………………………1 Teaspoon
• Coriander Powder…………………..….1 Teaspoon
• Turmeric Powder……………………....1/2 Teaspoon
• Shallots sliced…………………………....1/4 Cup
• Ginger Garlic paste…………………….1 Teaspoon
• Prawns……………………………………..2 big/ 4 small

Method of Preparation

1. Grind all the ingredients given in the ‘to grind’ section into a smooth paste using very little Water and keep aside till ready to be used.
2. Heat Oil in a pan on medium high heat and saute the ground paste till the Oil oozes out, stirring often.
3. Add the Tomato and ¼ cup Water and let it cook till the tomatoes are mashed and the Oil is separated.
4. Add Salt, Sugar, Coriander Leaves, Coconut Milk and ¼ Cup Water; mix well and let it boil on medium high heat.
5. Once boiled, add the shrimp and let it cook for about 5-8 minutes or till the Shrimp is cooked properly.
6. Once cooked, mix in the Vinegar and serve it hot with Rice or any flat breads.

Notes:

• Sauteing the Masala till Oil oozes out is very important as it removes the raw taste and makes the gravy delicious.
• Don't avoid the Prawns while grinding the Masala as it makes the gravy very delicious.
• Shrimp have a short cooking time. Cooking them long will make it rubbery/ hard.
• I found that whole head-on Raw Shrimp gives a very soft texture when cooked than the head off or peeled Shrimp. So I prefer to clean the Shrimp just before cooking. Freezing whole Raw Shrimp will protect its texture.
• If you are squeezing fresh Coconut, do mix 1st and 2nd Milk and avoid using extra Water.

 





Make it, enjoy the deliciousness and 
serve it to your family with love…