Shrimp with orange juice, onions and spices

4 servings

35 minutes

This shrimp recipe with orange juice, onion, and spices is a fragrant dish of Indian cuisine that combines the sweetness of citrus, the spiciness of spices, and the richness of butter. Indian gastronomy is renowned for its masterful use of spices, and this dish is a prime example. Mustard seeds, turmeric, coriander, and cumin give the shrimp a deep spicy flavor while the orange juice adds a touch of freshness and mild acidity. Onion and garlic create a rich base for the sauce that gently envelops the seafood. This dish is perfect for dinner, especially when paired with fluffy white rice that balances the flavor explosion of spices. The shrimp soak up the aromas and melt in your mouth, leaving a pleasant aftertaste characteristic of traditional Indian dishes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 609.9
• Proteins: 35.3g
• Fats: 48g
• Carbohydrates: 10.2g

Ingredients

• Shallots: 1 pc
• Onion: 1 head
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Turmeric: 0.1 tsp
• Vegetable oil: 3 tbsp
• Mustard seeds: 1 tbsp
• Ground coriander: 1 tsp
• Ground cumin (zira): 0.3 tsp
• Ground nutmeg: pinch
• Red pepper flakes: 0.3 tbsp
• Ground cloves: pinch
• Butter: 6 tbsp
• Orange juice: 0.7 glass
• Peeled shrimp: 700 g
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Salt: 0.5 tsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Finely chop the onion and garlic. Rinse the shrimp in cold running water and dry them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Garlic: 3 cloves

2. On medium-high heat, heat vegetable oil in a small pan (25 cm in diameter) and add the onion. Sauté until the onion becomes very dark (about 6-8 minutes).

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Onion: 1 head

3. Add spices and sauté for another 3 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Turmeric: 0.1 teaspoon
   • Mustard seeds: 1 tablespoon
   • Ground coriander: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cumin (zira): 0.3 teaspoon
   • Ground nutmeg:  pinch
   • Red pepper flakes: 0.3 tablespoon
   • Ground cloves:  pinch

4. In a clean medium-sized skillet, melt the butter. After 2 minutes, when the butter turns brown, add the sautéed onions with spices, pour in the orange juice, and leave on moderately high heat. Stirring, bring the mixture to a boil and wait for the liquid to reduce by half (about 2 minutes).

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 6 tablespoons
   • Onion: 1 head
   • Turmeric: 0.1 teaspoon
   • Mustard seeds: 1 tablespoon
   • Ground coriander: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cumin (zira): 0.3 teaspoon
   • Red pepper flakes: 0.3 tablespoon
   • Orange juice: 0.7 glass

5. Add the shrimp to the prepared sauce, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and cook for 4 minutes while stirring.

   Required ingredients:

   • Peeled shrimp: 700 g
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. Remove the cooked shrimp from heat, mix with lemon juice, and serve with white rice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon