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Shrimp with Masala and Coconut
 
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Prep Time: 60 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 90 Minutes
Servings: 8
This was from Bon Apetit Sept 2001. Very very good. We adjusted the recipe to make it lower in fat. This makes a lot, but you'll want the leftovers!
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onions
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 lbs large shrimp (uncooked, peeled, and deveined)
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green onion (green part only)
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions:
1. For the masala (this can be done a day ahead).
2. Heat 2 T oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
3. Saute onions until golden (about 20 mins).
4. Add garlic and dry spices, stir for 1 minute.
5. Cool.
6. Puree tomatoes and yogurt in food processor until almost smooth; add onions and puree until almost smooth.
7. Season with salt and pepper.
8. FOR SHRIMP.
9. Heat 2 T oil in BIG deep skillet over medium heat.
10. Add shrimp, saute 2 minutes.
11. Stir in coconut milk, cilantro, green onions, lemon juice, and prepared masala.
12. Simmer until shrimp are opaque in center (about 3 minutes).
13. Season and serve over jasmine rice.
By RecipeOfHealth.com