Tandoori Prawns Or Tandoori Shrimp Masala

Indulge in the rich flavors of tandoori masala paired with succulent prawns or shrimps for a culinary experience like no other! This classic Indian spice blend, known for its aromatic and smoky profile, elevates the natural sweetness of seafood, creating a harmony of flavors that is simply irresistible. The blend of spices in tandoori masala, including cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, infuses the prawns or shrimps with a vibrant hue and a depth of flavor that is both aromatic and comforting. Whether grilled, baked, or cooked on a stovetop, this combination promises to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the bustling streets of India. Perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, tandoori prawns or shrimps are sure to impress with their bold flavors and tender texture. So, why wait? Spice up your seafood game with tandoori masala and savor the deliciousness of this unique culinary fusion!

Why make tandoori prawns?

This is a very simple and easy recipe. All you need is prawns, curry powder, and a few other pantry staples. This is a delicious dish. And you can control the level of spiciness with your choice of chili pepper. Or, you can also use sweet paprika instead. Prawns or shrimp cook in less than 10 minutes. A side dish and steamed rice are all you need to make a complete meal. As you can see in the recipe below I have given you two recipes. You can make this with prawns or shrimp. When I have large-size prawns I like to make grilled tandoori prawns on the BBQ or stovetop cast-iron skillet. If you use shrimp I highly recommend you make the tandoori shrimp masala that way you are not grilling small size shrimps. And the sauce is delicious. This is a very typical tandoori paste you can use to make tandoori fish, or chicken tandoori too.

Step-by-step: Tandoori prawns or shrimp masala

Prep – Clean and devein prawns or shrimps. Drain the prawn well and pat them dry.Pro tip – I leave the tails on because they look aesthetic but you can take them off as well.

Prawns tandoori

Marinate – Place all marinade ingredients in a bowl and combine well. Add prawns to the marinade and coat them well. Leave the prawns to marinate for an hour on the counter or up to 12 hours in the fridge.Pro tip – You can also thread the large prawns on a skewer and cook them on the BBQ or stovetop skillet. Grill – Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated prawns along with the marinade. Cook on medium heat, stirring so it does not stick to the pan. Continue to cook stirring until prawns change color to light pink.Pro tip – Prawns cook fairly quickly 8 to 10 minutes. When the prawns are cooked, add the butter and sprinkle with fresh coriander.

Shrimp tandoori masala

Marinate – Place all marinade ingredients in a bowl and combine well. Add the shrimp to the marinade and coat them well. Leave them to marinate for an hour on the counter or up to 12 hours in the fridge. This works better when you have small shrimps instead of prawns In a pan over medium heat, add the butter and all the prawns/shrimps along with the marinade. Cook on medium heat, stirring so it does not stick to the pan. Add 1/4 cup water and bring to a boil. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

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