GOAN SHRIMP IN ROASTED-COCONUT SAUCE

Goan Shrimp in Roasted-Coconut Sauce image

Provided by Julie Sahni

Categories Rice Sauté Dinner Coconut Shrimp Bon Appétit Brooklyn New York Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 (1-inch) piece cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
4 whole cloves
1/4 cup unsweetened dried grated coconut
1 teaspoon hot red-pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger (use a Microplane)
2 (4-inch) fresh hot green chiles, cut lengthwise into thin shreds, plus seeds
1/4 cup Swad-brand tamarind concentrate (see cooks' note, below)
1 cup finely chopped plum tomato (1 large)
1 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt such as fleur de sel
2 teaspoons Sherry vinegar or red-wine vinegar
Equipment: an electric coffee/spice grinder
Accompaniment: basmati rice or Indian bread

Steps:

Toast coriander, cumin, cinnamon, and cloves in a small heavy skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet, until fragrant and darker (do not burn), 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in coconut, red-pepper flakes, and turmeric and cook, stirring, until coconut is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool completely, then pulse in grinder until finely ground.
Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sauté onion until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, chiles, tamarind, and spice mixture and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add tomato and cook, stirring, until sauce is thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
Toss shrimp with sea salt, then add to sauce and cook, stirring, until just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in vinegar and season with sea salt.

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Monju Sareng

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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. The sauce was flavorful and the shrimp were cooked well.

Musty D baba

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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper! The sauce is amazing and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.

Oge Kate

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This recipe is a must-try! The sauce is rich and creamy, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.

abed khanfur

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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The sauce is so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly.

Shabbir Jan

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This is one of the best shrimp dishes I've ever had. The sauce is amazing and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.

SR Sumon

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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The coconut sauce is rich and creamy, and the spices give it a nice kick. The shrimp are cooked perfectly and are very tender.

Mahmod King

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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making it again.

Shazia Shazia

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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if they're not a seafood lover.

Mayada Khalaf

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This recipe is a keeper! The sauce is so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I served it with rice and it was a perfect meal.

Ronaldo Robinson

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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the creamy coconut sauce and the tender shrimp. I will definitely be making this again.

MD:MASUM BILLAL

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This Goan Shrimp in Roasted Coconut Sauce is a must-try for seafood lovers! The sauce is rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of spices. The shrimp are cooked perfectly, and the overall dish is simply delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.

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