Curried Shrimp


Course : Shrimp
Serves: 6
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Ingredients:


1 cup fish stock or water

1/2 cup chopped onion

1 tablespoon turmeric

1/2 tablespoon peeled and minced fresh ginger

1 teaspoon salt

2 pounds medium shrimp shells on

2 tablespoons peanut oil

1 1/2 tablespoons flour

1 tablespoon curry powder

1 teaspoon salt and pepper

1/2 medium lemon -- juice of
 

Preparation / Directions:


Mix the stock, onion, turmeric, salt and ginger to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the shrimp, stir, cover, and simmer over medium heat until the shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon. Strain and reserve the shrimp broth. Peel the shrimp and discard the shells. In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add then flour and stir, cooking until its browns a bit, 3-4 minutes. Add the curry powder, stir, and cook and additional minute. Add the shrimp broth a little at a time, stirring after each addition to keep it smooth. The sauce will not become extremely thick, but creamy. Add the shrimp and the lemon juice. Adjust salt and add some black pepper. Cook until the shrimp are hot, 2 minutes. Serve immediately, over white rice.


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