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Shrimp Curry
Shrimp curry is a dish originating from South Asia that combines cooked shrimp with a spicy curry sauce. The curry sauce can be made from a variety of ingredients, including onions, garlic, ginger, and spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. The cooked shrimp are often cooked in coconut milk or yogurt to add a creamy texture to the dish. Shrimp curry is usually served with rice, naan bread, or other accompaniments. It can also be served as a main course with a side of vegetables or salad.
Ingredients (2 Persons)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cups diced tomatoes
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas or 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
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Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Step 2
Add the garlic, ginger, curry powder, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the pot and cook for 1 minute.
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Step 3
Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth and stir to combine.
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Step 4
Add the tomatoes, chickpeas, and shrimp to the pot and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through.
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Step 5
Stir in the cilantro (if using) and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve over cooked rice or quinoa.
Comments
This Shrimp Curry is delicious! It has the perfect balance of spices, a creamy texture and plenty of shrimp. A must try!
Shrimp Curry was amazing! The flavors were so unique and full of flavor, I would definitely make it again. It was also surprisingly easy to make! A definite must try.
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