Large
shrimp is called Jhinga in Marathi. Shrimp curry is a favorite in the state of
Maharashtra. It is a simple and easy preparation. It is best served with plain
rice.
1 lb medium sized Raw
Shrimp
2 teaspoons Garlic paste
1 teaspoon finely grated Ginger
3 tablespoons Tamarind paste
1/4th teaspoon Turmeric powder
3/4 teaspoon Salt or to taste
1 teaspoon Red chili powder
2 tablespoons Oil
3 cloves whole Garlic peeled
1/2 cup Coconut milk
2 tablespoons finely chopped Cilantro
2 Green chilies, sliced
1 ˝ cups Onions, finely
chopped
Peel and
de-vein shrimp. Wash the shrimp
under cold running water and pat dry
and put into a bowl. Add the garlic paste, ginger, tamarind paste,
turmeric, salt and chili powder. Mix well and set aside for 10 minutes
to marinate. Crush the whole
garlic cloves with the side of a knife, keep aside.
Heat the oil in
a pot over a medium high flame. When hot put in the whole cloves of
garlic. Stir until they brown lightly. Add
the onions and sauté till the onions are colorless. Add
the prawns and cook for a minute. Reduce heat to medium low. Add the
coconut milk, cilantro and green chilies
along with ˝ cup of hot water. Bring the curry to a rapid boil. As
soon as the sauce begins to simmer take off the heat. Garnish
with the cilantro leaves. Serve hot with plain rice.
