SHRIMP AND GREEN BANANA CURRY (FROM THE ISLAND OF MAURITIUS)
The food of Mauritius is a fascinating fusion of Chinese, Creole (island), French and Indian cuisine, also with input from South East Asia. France has had a strong influence here, and the main languages are Mauritian Creole and French. The food is either delicate, or spicy and hot. Fruits are used in abundance. This is a simple taste from that far-flung Indian Ocean island, a beloved holiday spot for South Africans. The coral-reef lagoons around most of the island is reminiscent of the Bahamas. I lifted the basic recipe from the local Sunday Times, but I tweaked it. As far as portions go, I always feel it depends on who's eating, and how hungry they are! You decide.
Provided by Zurie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add cumin to the curry powder, add the wet spices and coriander, and add just a bit of water, to mix to a paste.
- Fry the onion until transparent. Add the spice mixture, and stir so it fries and the flavour is released. If it's too thick, add a little more water.
- Add the bananas and stir. Add about 1/2 cup water, cover, and simmer for about 6 minutes.
- Add the shrimps, curry or lemon leaves, chopped tomato, hot peppers and sugar. Stir over medium heat, turn heat down, and cook about 8 minutes, until bananas are soft and the shrimps pink and curled. Make sure the banana has softened -- this will depend on degree of greenness or ripeness!
- Taste for seasoning and add salt.
- Serve over rice and sprinkle over chopped cilantro. Dessicated coconut can be served on the side, or over the dish as well.
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Tony Otott
otott84@yahoo.comThis dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. Other than that, the dish was very good. The shrimp and green bananas were cooked perfectly and the curry sauce was very flavorful.
Priscilla Washington
p62@hotmail.comI was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of green bananas, but I'm so glad I did! The green bananas added a unique and interesting flavor to the dish. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the curry sauce was creamy and flavor
Md Angar Hosen
m.h73@hotmail.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shrimp and green bananas were cooked perfectly and the curry sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.
Juan Lopez
juan@hotmail.co.ukI made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the shrimp and green bananas were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
James Chikoore
j.c75@hotmail.frThis dish was absolutely delicious! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the green bananas added a unique and interesting flavor. The curry sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole dish came together perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
Nsubuga Junior
nsubuga.junior91@hotmail.comI was disappointed with this recipe. The green bananas were not cooked through and the curry sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.
Issa Dzengo
dzengo33@gmail.comThis recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. Other than that, the dish was very good. The shrimp and green bananas were cooked perfectly and the curry sauce was very flavorful.
Kashif Ahmad
ahmad_kashif79@hotmail.comI love the unique flavor combination of this dish. The shrimp and green bananas are a great match, and the curry sauce is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Nosipho Sozombile
n_sozombile@aol.comThis dish was easy to make and turned out great. The flavors were well-balanced and the shrimp and green bananas were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and exciting way to cook shrimp.
ALTIN CILA
c@yahoo.comThis recipe was a hit with my family! The combination of shrimp and green bananas in a creamy curry sauce was unique and delicious. I especially liked the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the dish a rich and flavorful taste. I will definitely