SHRIMP AND GREEN BANANA CURRY (FROM THE ISLAND OF MAURITIUS)
The food of Mauritius is a fascinating fusion of Chinese, Creole (island), French and Indian cuisine, also with input from South East Asia. France has had a strong influence here, and the main languages are Mauritian Creole and French. The food is either delicate, or spicy and hot. Fruits are used in abundance. This is a simple taste from that far-flung Indian Ocean island, a beloved holiday spot for South Africans. The coral-reef lagoons around most of the island is reminiscent of the Bahamas. I lifted the basic recipe from the local Sunday Times, but I tweaked it. As far as portions go, I always feel it depends on who's eating, and how hungry they are! You decide.
Provided by Zurie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add cumin to the curry powder, add the wet spices and coriander, and add just a bit of water, to mix to a paste.
- Fry the onion until transparent. Add the spice mixture, and stir so it fries and the flavour is released. If it's too thick, add a little more water.
- Add the bananas and stir. Add about 1/2 cup water, cover, and simmer for about 6 minutes.
- Add the shrimps, curry or lemon leaves, chopped tomato, hot peppers and sugar. Stir over medium heat, turn heat down, and cook about 8 minutes, until bananas are soft and the shrimps pink and curled. Make sure the banana has softened -- this will depend on degree of greenness or ripeness!
- Taste for seasoning and add salt.
- Serve over rice and sprinkle over chopped cilantro. Dessicated coconut can be served on the side, or over the dish as well.
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Julius Rimmey
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The flavors were so rich and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Rulamin Islam
[email protected]This dish was a bit too sweet for me, but my husband loved it. I will definitely be making it again, but I will use less sugar next time.
ImrAn G
[email protected]I'm not a fan of curry, but I loved this dish! The flavors were so well-balanced and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Mr Faizi
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The flavors were so rich and complex. I will definitely be making this again.
Somzzy Alex
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of shrimp and it was still delicious! The curry sauce was so flavorful and the tofu was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Talayia Evans
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so well! I used canned coconut milk and it was still delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
walli guy
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
Faith Tyler
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I will definitely be making it again, but I will use less chili pepper next time.
Regina Mmbone
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of green bananas, but I loved this dish! The curry sauce was so flavorful and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Asha Rajak
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and so delicious! I used frozen shrimp and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.
Khalid Niazi
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The flavors were so rich and complex. I will definitely be making this again.
The Makesmith (Fantasy to Reality)
[email protected]This dish was amazing! I loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the green bananas added a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again.