Traditional Chingri Malai Curry

Name: Chingri Malai Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Bengali Cuisine

2022-10-01

By Chef Rani

Bengali Cuisine

Main Course

3 Easy Ways to Make Flavorful Chickpea Curry: Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, and Air Fryer

Instant Pot Chickpea Curry: Quick, Flavorful, and Perfectly Tender in 25 Minutes

Use the "Sauté" function to cook your ginger, garlic, and spices to create a flavorful base. Add your shrimp, coconut milk, and a splash of water, then switch to "Pressure Cook" mode for 3-4 minutes to infuse the flavors and cook shrimp to perfection.

Slow Cooker Chickpea Curry: Rich, Hearty Stew with Minimal Effort

Combine shrimp, coconut milk, spices, and aromatics in the slow cooker and set it to low for 2-3 hours. The slow cooking method allows the spices to blend deeply into the coconut milk, resulting in tender shrimp and rich, flavorful curry.

Crispy Chickpeas for Curry: Air Fryer Recipe for Extra Flavor and Crunch

Marinate the shrimp in coconut milk and spices, then air fry them at 370°F for 8-10 minutes. After air frying, create the curry base on your stovetop or induction cooker and combine the crispy shrimp for a delicious contrast of textures.

Tips and Suggestions on Chingri Malai Curry

Choosing the right shrimp

Opt for large, fresh shrimp with the heads and shells on, which will impart flavor to the curry. However, cleaning and deveining the shrimp can be a time-consuming process.

Perfecting the consistency

The curry should be rich and creamy but not too thick or watery. Be mindful of how much coconut milk you use and adjust the seasoning and spices accordingly.

Balancing the flavors

Chingri Malai Curry should be delicately spiced with a balance of sweet and sour notes. Don't overpower the spices, but make sure you are using enough for flavor. Give our words a fair hearing Enhance the Flavor.

Avoiding overcooking the shrimp

Cook the shrimp just until it turns pink and is no longer translucent, otherwise it could become tough and rubbery.

Finding authentic ingredients

Some spices and ingredients, such as garam masala, mustard oil, and coconut cream or milk, might not be readily available in all areas. Do your research beforehand or consider making substitutions if necessary.

Classic Chingri Malai Curry Recipe

                        Ingredients
                        1 lb. prawns, cleaned and deveined
tbsp oil
bay leaf
onion, chopped
green chillies, slit
tbsp ginger-garlic paste
tsp turmeric powder
tsp cumin powder
tsp coriander powder
tsp red chilli powder
tsp salt
tsp sugar
cup coconut milk
1/2 cup water
tsp garam masala powder
Chopped coriander leaves for garnishing
Steamed rice for serving

                    

                        Instructions
                        Heat oil in a pan and add bay leaf, chopped onions, and green chillies. Sauté for 2-3
                                minutes.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chilli powder. Sauté for a
                                minute and then add salt and sugar.
Add coconut milk and water and bring it to a boil.
Lower the heat and add the prawns. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the prawns are done.
                            
Add garam masala powder and switch off the heat.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice.

                    

Cooking Time

Preparation Time 15 min

Cook Time 20 min

Total time 35 min

                        Nutrition Facts
                        Calories: 300
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 3 g
Protein: 35 g

                    

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