Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our seared prawns, a delectable dish that harmonizes the vibrant flavors of zesty lime, refreshing mint, and aromatic cilantro. This symphony of flavors is orchestrated by a zesty lime dressing, complemented by a vibrant mint and cilantro chutney, creating a symphony of tangy, herbaceous, and savory notes that dance on your palate. Accompanying this main attraction are two additional recipes that elevate the dining experience: a refreshing cucumber and red onion salad with a tangy lime vinaigrette, and a fragrant basmati rice pilaf infused with the essence of cumin and coriander. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds captivated and yearning for more.
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GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS WITH CILANTRO-MINT CHUTNEY
Provided by Bobby Flay
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the shrimp: Whisk together the chile powder, garam marsala, canola oil, lemon juice in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat in the mixture. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Prepare a charcoal grill for direct grilling, high heat.
- For the chutney: Combine the cilantro, mint, scallions, chile, 1 tablespoon each honey and canola oil, lime zest, and some salt and pepper in a food processor. Process to make a smooth paste. Taste; add honey, if desired, or more oil to make a sauce that will cling to the shrimp.
- Thread 2 skewers through 3 shrimp so that the shrimp lay flat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown and slightly charred on both sides and just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.
- Remove the shrimp to a platter and serve with the cilantro-mint chutney.
CILANTRO-MINT CHUTNEY
This vibrant green chutney from Maneet Chauhan's "Chaat" (Clarkson Potter, 2020) is as easy to make as it is versatile. The combination of mint, cilantro, green chiles and lime juice makes for a fresh and bright sauce, but the mango pulp is especially key, giving the chutney a slightly creamy texture and a subtly sweet flavor. This chutney has a lot of uses in Indian cuisine - a building block for chaat, or a dipping sauce for pakora, for example - and it can also be used as a sandwich spread or marinade. It lasts up to two weeks, refrigerated, in an airtight container, but it will start to lose its vibrancy and flavor after a week - best to make it one batch at a time to enjoy that day. -Priya Krishna
Provided by Maneet Chauhan
Categories easy, condiments, dips and spreads
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a food processor or blender, combine the cilantro, mint, mango pulp, lime juice and chiles, and blend at high speed until smooth. Season with salt to taste, then add water as needed, pulsing to combine, to achieve a thick and slightly chunky consistency. Adjust the seasoning with lime juice and salt as needed.
- This chutney will keep refrigerated in a covered container for up to 1 week. After that, the vivid green color will begin to lose its vibrancy, though the chutney will still taste delicious for a full 2 weeks.
CILANTRO MINT CHUTNEY
Steps:
- Purée all ingredients in a blender, leaving some texture.
SPICY FRIED SHRIMP WITH GREEN CHUTNEY
This highly seasoned Indian approach to fried shrimp elevates the concept. Perfect for snacking with drinks, it can be a meal with rice, dal and vegetables.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories snack, finger foods, appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Put shrimp in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt. Add turmeric, cayenne, black pepper, garlic, ginger, garam masala, chile, cilantro, mint and lemon juice. Toss to coat well and leave to marinate for at least 15 minutes. (May marinate up to several hours in advance, refrigerated.)
- Make the chutney: Put mint, cilantro, garlic, ginger, sugar, salt, cumin and chile in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Purée until smooth, using a little ice water as necessary to help blend the mixture. Add lime juice and transfer to a small serving bowl.
- Just before frying, sprinkle rice flour and chickpea flour over reserved shrimp and toss to coat. Then sprinkle with 1 or 2 tablespoons water and toss. Shrimp should now have a batter-like coating.
- Heat an inch of oil in a wok until nearly smoking, about 375 degrees. Fry a few shrimp at a time until golden and crisp, a minute or so per side. Drain on paper towels and keep warm until all shrimp are fried. Serve with green chutney.
SEARED PRAWNS WITH LIME WITH MINT AND CILANTRO CHUTNEY
Make and share this Seared Prawns With Lime With Mint and Cilantro Chutney recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories Indian
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Poke a skewer into each shrimp through the tail and straight through the center of it lengthwise, and set aside.
- Place a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil. When it begins to get hot, add the garlic, fenugreek, paprika, cumin seeds, and cardamom seeds, and toast well, or until garlic is golden.
- Add the shrimp skewers to the pan and cook them in the spices until done, about 3 to 4 minutes each, turning frequently. Sprinkle the prawn with lime juice and serve with the Mint and Cilantro Chutney.
- To make the chutney:.
- Place the mint leaves, chile pepper, red onion, cilantro leaves, garam masala, salt, water, and tamarind water in a food processor and process until smooth, like the consistency of pesto. Put into a serving bowl and serve with the Seared Prawns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.1, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 329, Carbohydrate 3.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1.5
Tips:
- For the freshest prawns, choose ones that are firm and have a slight briny smell.
- If you don't have a grill pan, you can sear the prawns in a regular skillet over medium-high heat.
- Be careful not to overcook the prawns, as they will become tough. Cook them just until they are pink and opaque throughout.
- To make the mint and cilantro chutney, use fresh herbs for the best flavor. You can also add a serrano pepper for a bit of heat.
- Serve the prawns with the chutney and lime wedges for a refreshing and flavorful meal.
Conclusion:
These seared prawns with lime and mint and cilantro chutney are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The prawns are cooked to perfection and the chutney is bursting with flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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