Easy Shrimp Malai Curry Recipe For Beginners

Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Shrimp Malai Curry recipe! Perfectly cooked shrimp infused with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk makes this dish an unforgettable experience. This easy-to-follow recipe brings a touch of exotic flavors right into your kitchen, no special skills required. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this curry is a crowd-pleaser that satisfies your cravings for authentic Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine. Learn how to make this delectable dish that's not only next-level yummy but also simple enough for cooks of all levels. Pair it with rice or naan for a complete meal that your friends and family will absolutely love!


Here is what you'll need:

Ingredients:
600g shrimp, head on
½ tsp salt
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp turmeric powder
4 tbsp mustard oil
½ tsp cumin seeds
3 crushed cardamom pods
2-3 small cinnamon sticks
2 dry red chilies, broken into halves
1¼ cups thinly sliced onion
1 bay leaf
1 tsp ginger paste
1 tsp garlic paste
2 tomatoes, chopped
¾ tsp salt (to taste)
1 tsp turmeric powder
1½ tsp kashmiri red chili powder or paprika
3-4 tbsp water
1¾ cups warm coconut milk
¼ cup warm water
5-6 green chilies
1 tsp roasted cumin powder
Instructions:
Prepare the Shrimp: Take 600g of shrimp, add ½ tsp each of salt, chili powder, and turmeric powder. Mix well and lightly fry for 1-2 minutes each side. Set aside.

Heat the Oil: In a pan, add 4 tbsp of mustard oil and heat until you see light smoke. Lower the heat.

Spice it Up: Add ½ tsp of cumin seeds, 3 crushed cardamom pods, 2-3 small cinnamon sticks, and 2 broken dry red chilies. Mix well.

Onion Time: Add 1¼ cups of thinly sliced onions and 1 bay leaf. Fry until the onions turn light brown.

Add Aromatics: Add 1 tsp each of ginger and garlic paste. Stir for 30 seconds.

Tomato & Spices: Add the chopped tomatoes, ¾ tsp salt, 1 tsp turmeric, and 1½ tsp of kashmiri red chili powder or paprika. Sauté well.

Cook the Masala: Add 3-4 tbsp of water, cover, and cook for 3 minutes on low heat. Uncover and sauté until oil separates.

Shrimp In: Add the reserved lightly fried shrimps and mix well.

Creamy Goodness: Add 1¾ cups of warm coconut milk and ¼ cup of warm water. Mix well.

Final Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for another 3 minutes.

Garnish: Finish off with 5-6 green chilies and a sprinkle of 1 tsp roasted cumin powder.

Serve and Enjoy!
This Shrimp Malai Curry is perfect with rice or naan. Serve hot and enjoy with friends and family. This dish is next-level yummy and super easy to make!


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