Indian Spiced Shrimp

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Indian Spiced Shrimp recipe! Juicy shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice, ginger, garlic, and aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and garam masala, delivering bold, authentic Indian flavors in every bite. The quick marinade ensures maximum taste in minimal time, while a quick sauté creates perfectly tender shrimp with a hint of char. Garnished with fresh cilantro and an optional drizzle of creamy yogurt, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it with warm naan, fluffy steamed rice, or enjoy it as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. This easy, 25-minute recipe is perfect for busy nights or impressing guests with a restaurant-quality dish at home! Keywords: Indian Spiced Shrimp, easy shrimp recipe, Indian flavors, quick dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons optional: yogurt (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, and salt to create a marinade.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the bowl and mix well until the shrimp are evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly charred.

Step 5

Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2–3 minutes on the other side until fully cooked and tender.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving dish.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and a drizzle of yogurt (optional).

Step 8

Serve immediately with steamed rice, naan, or as an appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	565.6 grams (565.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	757

Total Fat 30.30g	39%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 890mg	297%
Sodium 2365mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 15.30g	6%
Dietary Fiber 3.20g	11%
Total Sugars 2.00g
Protein 112.40g	225%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 281mg	22%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1521mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.8%

Protein: 57.4%

Carbs: 7.8%