Tandoori Shrimp Recipe

Name: Tandoori Shrimp Recipe
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 lb. (500g) Shrimp; neutral cooking oil; 1/2 tablespoon cilantro; 1 lime; 1/3 cup Greek yogurt; 1 teaspoon garlic; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoons neutral cooking oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder; red coloring

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Prep Time
40 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings
4 people
Calories
163 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Indian

Tandoori Shrimp Recipe

Kelsey Carr

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Tandoori Shrimp combines tiger prawns marinated in a spiced yogurt mixture infused with garlic, lime juice, garam masala, turmeric, and optional red coloring. Grilled or oven-roasted, the shrimp develop a slightly charred exterior while remaining juicy. Garnished with cilantro and served with lime wedges, it presents a balance of smoky, tangy, and aromatic notes.

Description

This Tandoori Shrimp Recipe uses a marinade of Greek yogurt mixed with garlic, garam masala, chili powder, turmeric, lime juice, and oil to coat tiger prawns. After marinating for at least 30 minutes or preferably two hours, the shrimp are threaded onto skewers and grilled until cooked and lightly charred. Basting with oil during grilling helps maintain moisture and encourages surface caramelization.

The marinade imparts a creamy texture and a mild heat from the spices, while the lime juice adds brightness. Cooking over direct heat gives the shrimp a smoky char typical of tandoori preparations. The final touch of fresh cilantro and lime wedges enhances the dish's fresh and tangy qualities.

The recipe also provides an alternative method to bake the shrimp in the oven using foil-lined baking sheets and finishes under the broiler for charring. This flexibility allows for preparation without a grill.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb. (500g) Shrimp tiger prawn preferred, shelled and deveined, tails on
neutral cooking oil for basting, generic cooking oil
1/2 tablespoon cilantro chopped
1 lime cut into wedges

Marinade:

1/3 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon garlic finely minced
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
red coloring optional

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Instructions

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Mix all the ingredients for the marinade in a bowl and stir to combine well. Add the shrimp to the marinade and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably for two hours.
Thread the shrimp onto the bamboo skewers and set aside.
Grill the shrimp on both sides until they are cooked and slightly charred on the surface. Baste with oil while grilling.
Remove from the grill, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

When using an oven, arrange shrimp skewers on a foil- or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Baste both sides of the shrimp with oil before baking to help retain moisture.
Roast shrimp for about 10 minutes until cooked through, then broil for 1 minute to create a slight char.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges for added flavor.

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Serving 4people Calories 163kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 287mg (96%) Sodium 1181mg (49%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%)