Best 6 Crunchy Curried Shrimp Or Fish Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our curated collection of crunchy curried shrimp and fish recipes. These delectable dishes tantalize your taste buds with a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. From the crispy exterior to the tender and succulent seafood, each bite promises a satisfying culinary experience. Dive into the vibrant flavors of India with our classic shrimp curry, where aromatic spices dance in a symphony of harmonious flavors. Transport yourself to the coastal regions of Thailand with our fiery fish curry, where the heat of chili peppers meets the cooling creaminess of coconut milk. Craving a taste of the tropics? Our Caribbean shrimp curry takes you on an island adventure with its vibrant medley of tropical fruits and spices. And for a unique twist, try our crispy fish fingers coated in a golden-brown curry batter, served with a zesty dipping sauce. No matter your preference, our crunchy curried shrimp and fish recipes offer a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THAI SHRIMP CURRY



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In this quick Thai-style shrimp curry, plump shrimp are simmered in a coconut sauce infused with aromatics and green curry paste.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 - 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
⅓ cup thinly sliced scallions, white and green parts, from 4-5 scallions
2 cloves garlic, minced
2½ tablespoons Thai green curry paste
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon dark or light brown sugar
2 pounds large, extra large (26-30 per lb) or jumbo (21-25 per lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined (see note), thawed if frozen
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons), plus more lime wedges for serving
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, Thai basil, or Italian basil (or a combination)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, about 3 minutes. If the onions start to brown, reduce the heat to medium. Add the scallions, garlic, and green curry paste, and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes more. Add the coconut milk, water, fish sauce, and sugar and bring to a gentle boil. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and sprinkle with the cilantro (or basil). Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary, and serve with jasmine rice.
  • Note: For the shrimp, I recommend buying frozen shrimp labeled "shell split and deveined." Most shrimp are cleaned and flash frozen shortly after being caught, so the "fresh" shrimp you see in the seafood case at the supermarket are typically thawed frozen shrimp. Who knows how long they've been sitting there, so you're better off buying frozen shrimp and defrosting it yourself. Come dinnertime, all you have to do is run the shrimp under water to defrost, and then peel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299, Fat 18 g, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sugar 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 1372 mg, Cholesterol 191 mg

CRUNCHY CURRIED SHRIMP OR FISH



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This was the first recipe I made out of Mark Bittman's huge cookbook "Best Recipes in the World". It was years ago, but I still remember it. My notes simply said "Yum!".

Provided by Stacy Goodall

Categories     Seafood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 - 2 lb shrimp, bigger the better, peeled or any fish fillet
1 Tbsp vinegar, any kind
salt to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp ground tumeric
2 tsp curry powder or garam masala
1/4 tsp cayenne, optional
peanut or vegetable oil for frying
2 c flour
lime wdges
cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
  • 2. Toss the shrimp or fish with the vinegar. Combine the salt, pepper, tumeric, curry powder, and cayenne, if using, and rub this mixture into the fish.
  • 3. Put at least 1/8 inch of oil in a large nonstick skillet and turn the heat to medium-high. Combine the flour with enough warm water to make a paste about as thick as yogurt.
  • 4. When the oil is hot (a pinch of flour will sizzle), dip each piece of shrimp into the batter and cook, raising the heat to high and rotating the pieces as necessary to promote even browning, until golden and crisp on each side, 5 to 8 minutes total. Do not crowd; you will have to cook in batches. As each piece is done, keep it warm in the oven while you continue to cook.
  • 5. Serve with the lime, garnish with the cilantro.

CRUNCHY FRIED SHRIMP



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The panko bread crumbs give these fried shrimp just the right amount of crunch.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left intact
⅓ cup flour
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
3 large eggs large eggs
1 ½ cups Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs
1 cup Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • Beat eggs in a medium bowl until frothy. Mix flour, salt and pepper in another medium bowl. Dredge shrimp in flour, shake off excess. Dip shrimp into eggs, then press shrimp into Panko; turn shrimp over and press into Panko again to coat both sides.
  • Pour enough oil into heavy large pot to reach depth of 2 inches; heat to 350 degrees F. Working in batches, add shrimp to hot oil; deep-fry until cooked through, about 1 minute. Using tongs transfer shrimp to paper towels to drain. Arrange shrimp on platter. If desired, serve with Kikkoman Tonkatsu Sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 875.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 296.1 mg, Fat 70.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 823.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SHRIMP CURRY WITH COCONUT MILK



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Provided by Andrew Zimmern

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup basmati rice
Kosher salt
Two 1-inch pieces ginger
3 ounces mushrooms
1 medium onion
1/2 serrano chile, plus more if desired
3 large cloves garlic
2 medium carrots
3 tablespoons peanut oil
3 tablespoons Madras curry powder
1/2 cup shellfish broth
One 14-ounce can coconut milk
2 pounds wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined (20 to 24 shrimp)
1 bunch cilantro
1 bunch Thai basil
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus 1 lime, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • Combine the rice with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan over medium heat (or follow the ratio and cooking instructions on your rice package). Season with salt and add one of the pieces of ginger. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes, then remove from the heat and let rest.
  • Meanwhile, slice the mushrooms to yield 1 cup. Chop the onion. Mince the garlic to yield 1 tablespoon. Peel and grate the remaining piece of ginger to yield 1 tablespoon. Slice the carrots crosswise. Reserve.
  • Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and swirl to coat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3 minutes. Push the mushrooms to the edges of the skillet and add the onions. Season the onions with salt to draw out some of their moisture and cook, stirring. When the onions start to turn golden, add the chile, garlic, ginger and carrots. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute, then add the curry powder. Stir to combine, then pour in the shellfish broth and simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Next, stir in the coconut milk and simmer until the curry starts to thicken and coats the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 6 minutes. (The slower the shrimp cook, the more tender they will be.)
  • Meanwhile, remove enough of the cilantro and basil leaves from their stems to yield 1/2 cup each; discard the stems.
  • Flip the shrimp and cook until just cooked through, about 6 minutes. Add the fish sauce and lime juice and season with salt. Stir in the cilantro and basil leaves.
  • Place the rice in individual bowls, spoon the shrimp curry on top and serve with the lime wedges.

CURRIED SHRIMP WITH COCONUT MILK



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 pounds large raw shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoons Madras curry powder
2 cloves garlic, minced or pureed
3-inch piece of ginger, grated (2 tablespoons)
1 red pepper, cut into julienne
1 chayote squash (christophine), diced
One 13-ounce can coconut milk
1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-inch lengths
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves only
Juice of 1/2 lime, freshly squeezed

Steps:

  • Heat large skillet over medium heat, then add 1 tablespoon butter. When foam subsides, add shrimp and cook until they just turn pink. Remove from pan and reserve. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to pan. When it melts, add onions and stir; cook 5 minutes until softened. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, curry powder, garlic and ginger over the onions, reduce heat to low, and cook gently 5 minutes until onions are softened and translucent. Add red pepper and chayote and cook 5 minutes. Add about 2/3 of the coconut milk and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes to bring flavors together. Add shrimp back to skillet along with scallions, cilantro leaves and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning adding more pepper if necessary, adding more coconut milk if desired for a soupier consistency. Serve over rice.

CRUNCHY CURRIED SHRIMP OR FISH



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I have been making this dish for more than thirty years-it's one of the first South Asian recipes I learned-and I've never stopped loving it. After having a similar preparation in Delhi, I loved it even more. Basically, you coat shrimp with a spicy mix, then with a simple batter. Originally it was deep-fried, but shallow-frying, which uses less oil and makes less of a mess, works just as well. Don't limit yourself to shrimp here; any seafood- scallops, oysters, clams, or fish fillet-will work wonderfully. Cooking time will remain about the same in almost every case.

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 to 2 pounds shrimp, the bigger the better, peeled, or any fish fillet
1 tablespoon vinegar, any kind
Salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons curry powder, preferably homemade (pages 592-593), or garam masala (page 594)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, optional
Peanut or vegetable oil for frying
2 cups flour
Lime wedges
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200°F. Toss the shrimp or fish with the vinegar. Combine the salt, pepper, turmeric, curry powder, and cayenne, if using, and rub this mixture into the fish.
  • Put at least 1/8 inch of oil in a large nonstick skillet and turn the heat to medium-high. Combine the flour with enough warm water to make a paste about as thick as yogurt.
  • When the oil is hot (a pinch of flour will sizzle), dip each piece of shrimp into the batter and cook, raising the heat to high and rotating the pieces as necessary to promote even browning, until golden and crisp on each side, 5 to 8 minutes total. Do not crowd; you will have to cook in batches. As each piece is done, keep it warm in the oven while you continue to cook. Serve with the lime, garnished with the cilantro.
  • A more fiery version, though you can keep the chiles to a minimum; the onions alone make it interesting: Steps 1 and 2 remain the same. In step 3, transfer the shrimp or fish to a plate after browning quickly, about 2 minutes per side. Pour out all but 2 tablespoons of the oil, then add 3 large onions, sliced and separated into rings, another tablespoon curry powder or garam masala, and 3 stemmed, seeded, and minced fresh or dried chiles (or to taste). Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally and adjusting the heat so the onions cook as quickly as possible without burning, until the onion has wilted and browned, at least 10 minutes. Add a cup of water, bring to a boil, and return the fish to the skillet. Cook at a gentle simmer until the fish is done, another 5 minutes or so. Serve over white rice.

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp or fish: Fresh, firm, and medium-sized shrimp or fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod) are best for this recipe.
  • Use a good quality curry powder: A good curry powder is essential for a flavorful dish. Look for a curry powder that is made with a variety of spices, such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and fenugreek.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp or fish: Overcooked shrimp or fish will be tough and chewy. Cook them just until they are cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side for shrimp and 4-5 minutes per side for fish.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The shrimp or fish will become soggy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This crunchy curried shrimp or fish recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The shrimp or fish is cooked in a flavorful curry sauce and then coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture. The result is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a casual meal.

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