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Picnic Digboi Shrimp Stew
🇮🇳 Indian

Picnic Digboi Shrimp Stew

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Digboi cooking — Picnic Digboi Shrimp Stew brings a picnic touch with a classic stew finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 15 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Shrimp350 g, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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