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Bastar Bay-Leaf Shrimp Raita
🇮🇳 Indian

Bastar Bay-Leaf Shrimp Raita

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Bastar cooking — Bastar Bay-Leaf Shrimp Raita brings a bay-leaf touch with a classic raita finish. About 32 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 17 min Cook 15 min Serves 3 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Shrimp350 g, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit

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.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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