Tandoori Shrimp
Juicy shrimp coated in a smoky, spiced yogurt marinade, served with cooling mango chutney and crisp red onion. A quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp tandoori spice blend
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup mango chutney
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine the 1 lb shrimp, 1/2 cup yogurt, 2 tbsp tandoori spice, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp salt. Stir to coat evenly. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, working in batches if needed to avoid crowding.
- 3
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque and are lightly charred at the edges.
- 4
Remove the shrimp to a plate. Serve hot with 1/4 cup mango chutney and 1/2 sliced red onion on the side.
- 5
Optional: sprinkle with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of extra lemon before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Cutting board
- Knife
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