Shrimp Fry
Shrimp fry prepared with marinated shrimp, spices, and herbs, cooked until golden brown.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp (peeled and deveined) | 750 | Grams |
| Lemon (juiced) | 1 | Count |
| Turmeric Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Red Chili Powder | 2 | Tsp |
| Salt (or to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 | Clove |
| Ginger (grated) | 1 | Tbsp |
| Curry Leaves (fresh) | 1 | Bunch |
| Coriander Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Cumin Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Black Pepper (freshly ground) | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Vegetable Oil (for frying) | 4 | Tbsp |
| Onion (sliced) | 1 | Count |
| Green Chili (sliced) | 2 | Count |
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix shrimp with lemon juice, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté until fragrant.
- Add sliced onion and green chili to the pan, cook until onions are translucent.
- Add marinated shrimp to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Stir in curry leaves, coriander powder, cumin powder, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve hot with rice or bread.
Prep
- Thaw shrimp if frozen.
Kitchen equipment
Spice Grinder