Indian Shrimp Curry

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Indian Shrimp Curry
45 min.
6
284kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey to India without leaving your kitchen? This Indian Shrimp Curry is a delicious and aromatic dish that brings the warmth and richness of Indian cuisine right to your table. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe serves six and is packed with vibrant flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine the delightful aroma of fresh curry leaves, garlic, and ginger sizzling in the pan, creating a fragrant base that sets the stage for a truly unforgettable meal. The blend of spices, including ground coriander, cumin, and turmeric, adds depth and character to the dish, while the juicy shrimp cooks to perfection in a rich coconut and tomato sauce.

This shrimp curry is not just a feast for the senses; it's also a nutritious option, with each serving containing only 284 calories. Serve it alongside fluffy white rice to soak up all the delicious sauce, making every bite a heavenly experience. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or trying your hand at Indian cuisine for the first time, this recipe is approachable and rewarding.

Join the ranks of those who have fallen in love with Indian flavors. Get your ingredients ready, and let’s dive into this delightful Indian Shrimp Curry that’s sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 20  curry leaves fresh
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • tablespoon ginger peeled finely chopped
  • teaspoon ground coriander 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon turmeric 
  • teaspoon mustard seeds whole
  • medium onion chopped
  • servings rice white
  •  serrano chiles fresh (2 ounces total)
  • pounds shrimp deveined peeled
  • pound tomatoes chopped
  • 2.5 ounces coconut flakes fresh unsweetened finely grated for how to extract meat from coconut (1 cup; visit gourmet.com )
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Quarter chiles lengthwise (seed and devein if you want less heat). Cook chiles, curry leaves, garlic, and ginger in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat, stirring, until very fragrant and chiles are just softened, 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and add spices, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring, until mustard seeds just begin to pop, 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add tomatoes and coconut, then cook, covered, until tomatoes are softened, 4 to 6 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp and cook, uncovered, stirring, until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories284kcal
Protein44.57%
Fat41.21%
Carbs14.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.2
Glycemic Load
1.9
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.486956316492%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.51mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
5.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:283.98kcal
14.2%
Fat:13.45g
20.7%
Saturated Fat:7.66g
47.88%
Carbohydrates:10.45g
3.48%
Net Carbohydrates:6.65g
2.42%
Sugar:3.95g
4.39%
Cholesterol:243.43mg
81.14%
Sodium:190.53mg
8.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.74g
65.47%
Vitamin B3:39.05mg
195.26%
Folate:410.08µg
102.52%
Vitamin C:82.23mg
99.67%
Phosphorus:386.64mg
38.66%
Copper:0.77mg
38.36%
Manganese:0.58mg
29.19%
Potassium:716.55mg
20.47%
Magnesium:80.85mg
20.21%
Zinc:2.54mg
16.96%
Vitamin A:814.82IU
16.3%
Fiber:3.8g
15.19%
Vitamin K:15.22µg
14.49%
Calcium:136.5mg
13.65%
Iron:1.79mg
9.96%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.35%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.1%
Selenium:3.96µg
5.65%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.71%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.28%
Source:Epicurious