Goan Shrimp in Roasted-Coconut Sauce
Goan Shrimp in Roasted-Coconut Sauce is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Toast coriander, cumin, cinnamon, and cloves in a small heavy skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet, until fragrant and darker (do not burn), 3 to 4 minutes.
-
Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
-
Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
-
Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionToast coriander, cumin, cinnamon, and cloves in a small heavy skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet, until fragrant and darker (do not burn), 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir in coconut, red-pepper flakes, and turmeric and cook, stirring, until coconut is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
Transfer to a bowl and cool completely, then pulse in grinder until finely ground.
Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sauté onion until golden, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add garlic, ginger, chiles, tamarind, and spice mixture and cook, stirring, 30 seconds.
Add tomato and cook, stirring, until sauce is thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
Toss shrimp with sea salt, then add to sauce and cook, stirring, until just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
Stir in vinegar and season with sea salt.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.