Best 6 Shrimp With Spicy Masala Recipes

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Shrimp with spicy masala is a tantalizing dish that brings together the delicate flavor of shrimp with a vibrant blend of spices. This culinary creation is a symphony of flavors, offering a harmonious balance of heat, aroma, and taste. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, preparing shrimp with spicy masala is an adventure that will delight your palate and leave you craving more. Embark on this culinary journey and discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your taste buds and transport you to a world of culinary bliss.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED INDIAN SHRIMP



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Transform marinara into an Indian-style simmer sauce for shrimp with the help of garam masala, fresh ginger, and scallions. Serve atop steamed couscous for a quick yet satisfying weeknight dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons safflower oil or ghee
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 cup diced onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 1/2 cups Marinara or store-bought marinara
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Steamed couscous or long-grain rice, for serving
Thinly sliced scallions, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; sprinkle with garam masala. Add to skillet in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until opaque, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat. Add onion and ginger; cook, stirring, until onion is tender, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add marinara; simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cream and shrimp with any accumulated juices. Season with salt and pepper. Serve over couscous, topped with scallions.

SHRIMP WITH SPICY MASALA



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If you are a lover of Indian food, then this is a recipe that you will really enjoy, this recipe is one of my all time favorite Indian dishes! Of coarse all ingredients can be adjusted to suit taste. It is very simple to make and even easier if you prepare the masala a day in advance to save time. Garam masala spice and coconut milk can be found in the Indian section of any major supermarket. Serve this over basmati rice. You will love this!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium onions, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala, spice
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup plain yogurt (not low-fat or fat-free yogurt)
2 -4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (13 ounce) can coconut milk (unsweetened)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/3 cup green onion, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • To make the masala: heat oil in a large frypan over medium heat.
  • Add in onions and saute for about 20 minutes until deep golden brown.
  • Add in garlic and all the spices; stir for about 1 minute; cool to lukewarm.
  • Puree the tomatoes with juice and the yogurt in a processor until ALMOST smooth.
  • Add in the onion mixture and puree just enough to combine.
  • Season the masala with salt and pepper.
  • At this point you can cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • To make the shrimp: heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add in shrimp and saute until partially cooked (about 2 minutes).
  • Stir in coconut milk, cilantro, green onions, lemon juice and prepared marsala; simmer for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp is opaque in the center, stirring with a wooden spoon.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve over basmati rice.

SPICY SHRIMP WITH 2 SAUCES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h19m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

2 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left on
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh red cayenne chiles, seeded
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Green Curry Sauce, recipe follows
Tomato Chutney Sauce, recipe follows
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns
1 tablespoon chopped shallots
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons chopped ginger
1 lime, zested and juiced
1/2 lemon, zested
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons chopped basil leaves
2 serrano chiles, stemmed, seeded and chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup plain yogurt, drained
1/2 pound tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped (about 2 cups)
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 serrano chile, seeded, roughly chopped
1 garlic clove
2 teaspoons minced ginger
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a glass baking-dish toss the shrimp with the garlic, chiles and olive oil. Cover and marinate, refrigerated, for at least 24 hours. Preheat grill or broiler and cook shrimp, brushing occasionally with marinade, for 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Toast seeds and peppercorns in dry skillet. Transfer to grinder and grind. Transfer to food processor and add shallots, garlic, ginger, lime zest and juice, and lemon zest, cilantro, basil and chiles and process to a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper. At this point mixture can be stored in airtight container up to 1 week. In a bowl combine curry mixture and yogurt, lime juice. Stir.
  • In a saucepan, combine tomatoes, sugar, salt, garam masala, serrano, garlic, ginger, and lime zest. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer to food processor and puree, adding oils. Puree until smooth. Season, to taste, and finish off with some lemon juice.

SHRIMP WITH SPICED MASALA AND COCONUT MILK



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Provided by Eric Larson

Categories     Milk/Cream     Garlic     Onion     Rice     Sauté     Yogurt     Shrimp     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Masala
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onions
4 large garlic cloves, 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 pepper
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
Shrimp
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 13 1/2-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped green onion tops
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • For masala:
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onions; sauté until deep golden, about 20 minutes. Add garlic and all spices; stir 1 minute. Cool to lukewarm. Puree tomatoes with juices and yogurt in processor until almost smooth. Add onion mixture; puree until almost smooth. Season masala to taste with salt and pepper. (Masala can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • For shrimp:
  • Heat oil in heavy large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sauté until partially cooked, about 2 minutes. Stir in coconut milk, cilantro, green onions, lemon juice, and prepared masala. Simmer until shrimp are opaque in center, about 3 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

SHRIMP TIKKA MASALA



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One pot, family-friendly, and under one hour? Sign us up for this flavorful recipe inspired by the Indian-American classic. This recipe can also be made with one pound of sliced skinless chicken breasts. Both variations pair well with a bright and juicy mango chutney.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger (from one 6-inch piece)
1 tablespoon finely grated garlic
2 teaspoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons garam masala
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup water
20 large shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled (tails intact) and deveined
1/4 cup plain yogurt
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or a stockpot over medium heat. Cook onion until golden, about 20 minutes. Add ginger, garlic, tomato paste, garam masala, and chili powder, and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • Add water and shrimp. Cook until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in yogurt. Season with salt and pepper.

SPICY SHRIMP



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Not too hot but full of flavor, these shrimp are one of a kind. They're easy to make and take to parties, where they'll impress the other guests. -Bob Gebhardt, Wausau, WI.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 bacon strips, diced
1 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons seafood seasoning
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 pounds uncooked shell-on medium shrimp

Steps:

  • In a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp; drain. Stir in the butter, seafood seasoning, mustard, chili powder, pepper, hot sauce, basil, oregano and thyme. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat and stir in shrimp., Bake, uncovered, at 375° until shrimp turn pink, 20-25 minutes, stirring twice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Fat 45g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 265mg cholesterol, Sodium 1464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp. This will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Cook the shrimp properly. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery. Cook them just until they are opaque and pink.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. This will help to infuse the shrimp with flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. This is a great way to create a unique and delicious dish.
  • Serve the shrimp with your favorite sides. Some popular options include rice, noodles, and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Shrimp with spicy masala is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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