Curry-Spiced Shrimp

Name: Curry-Spiced Shrimp
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp; 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder or other curry powder; 1 tablespoon red curry paste; 1 teaspoon light brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 3 tablespoons oil, divided; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 green onions, minced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

11 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds large shrimp
1 teaspoon Madras curry powder or other curry powder
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons oil, divided
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 green onions, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

1

Devein shrimp with small kitchen scissors, but do not peel. Pat dry. Combine curry powder and next 3 ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
2

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet. Sear half of shrimp on both sides until shells turn crisp and orange. Remove from pan, and set aside. Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining shrimp.
3

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Saute garlic and green onions 30 seconds. Stir in reserved curry powder mixture, and saute 1 minute or until fragrant. Add shrimp, butter, lemon juice, and cilantro. Cook, stirring constantly, until butter melts and seasoning coats shrimp. Serve with Cilantro-Yogurt Chutney.