Simple South Indian-Style Shrimp Curry
Simple South Indian-Style Shrimp Curry features tender shrimp simmered in a bright, tomato-forward gravy scented with curry leaves, ginger-garlic, and warm spices. It’s rich without coconut, letting the garam masala and coriander shine, and the heat is easy to adjust. Serve this vibrant curry for a quick weeknight Dinner alongside steamed basmati rice or warm flatbreads.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat the oil in a wok or large saucepan over almost high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until browned. Stir in the curry leaves, then season with the ginger garlic paste, coriander, and salt. Continue to cook and stir for 1 minute.
- 2
Season with salt and turmeric, then stir in the tomato, chile powder, shrimp, and water. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque. Taste and adjust the salt and chile powder if needed. Add the garam masala, stir, and take off the heat.
- 3
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with flat bread or rice.
- Calories 317.07 kcal Moderate
- Protein 43.85 g Good Source
- Carbs 5.89 g Moderate
- Total Fat 13.71 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.76 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 437.87 mg High
- Sodium 291.88 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.56 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.24 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.51 g Low Source
- Calcium 149.84 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.39 mg Low Source
- Potassium 184.4 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 15.75 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 9.97 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Simple South Indian Style Shrimp Curry is an Indian dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 5, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Pepper, Diced Onion, Fresh Cilantro, and Garam Masala. Each serving provides about 317.07 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Simple South Indian-Style Shrimp Curry?
- It is an Indian curry recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Simple South Indian-Style Shrimp Curry made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Pepper, Diced Onion, Fresh Cilantro, Garam Masala, Ginger-Garlic Paste. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Simple South Indian-Style Shrimp Curry?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Simple South Indian-Style Shrimp Curry?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 317.07 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Simple South Indian-Style Shrimp Curry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
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