How to cook shrimp fish

Ingredients

• 1 kg Raw Shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium size, shells removed)
• 500 ml Vegetable Oil (for deep frying; neutral oil such as canola or sunflower)
• 1 large Onion (finely sliced)
• 5 pieces Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 2 cm Fresh Ginger (peeled and minced)
• 2 pieces Green Chili (slit lengthwise; adjust to heat preference)
• 1 tsp Turmeric Powder (ground)
• ½ tsp Cumin Powder (ground)
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder (ground)
• 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• ¼ tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (chopped for garnish)

Instructions

1. Clean the Shrimp

   Rinse the peeled shrimp under cold water, pat dry with paper towels, and set aside in a mixing bowl.

   Time: PT5M

2. Heat Oil for Frying

   Add 300 ml of vegetable oil to the pan and heat over medium‑high heat until it reaches about 180°C (oil should shimmer but not smoke).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 180°C

3. Fry the Shrimp

   Working in batches, add the shrimp to the hot oil and fry for 2‑3 minutes until they turn pink‑golden and are just cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon onto paper towels to drain.

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: 180°C

4. Sauté Aromatics

   Discard excess oil, leaving about 2 tbsp in the pan. Reduce heat to medium, add sliced onion, minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and onion is translucent.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Add Spices

   Sprinkle turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper over the aromatics. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring quickly to toast the spices.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium

6. Combine Shrimp and Sauce

   Return the fried shrimp to the pan, toss to coat evenly with the spiced aromatics. Cook for another 2 minutes so the flavors meld.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

7. Finish with Lemon and Cilantro

   Remove from heat, drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp, and sprinkle chopped cilantro. Give a final gentle toss.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

320

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

8 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

2 g