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Shrimp Sauté with Garam Masala and Spinach

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Savor the bold flavors of India with this quick and delightful shrimp sauté, featuring the warm spice of garam masala and the freshness of spinach. It's a perfect blend of heat, spice, and succulence, tailored for a cozy dinner for two.

Ingredients for Shrimp Sauté with Garam Masala and Spinach

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Shrimp, peeled and deveined

0 oz

Avocado Oil

tablespoons

Onions, minced

cups

Garlic, minced

cloves

Ginger, minced

tablespoons

Serrano Chili, sliced

each

Spinach, roughly chopped

cups

Garam Masala

tablespoons

Lime Juice, freshly squeezed

tablespoons

Cilantro, chopped for garnish

handful

How to Make Shrimp Sauté with Garam Masala and Spinach

1. Sweat Aromatics

In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the minced onion with a pinch of salt. Sauté until the onions are translucent and brown, this builds the base of flavor in this recipe. Then add the garlic, chili and ginger and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

2. Toast Spices

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Sprinkle the garam masala into the skillet and stir with the aromatics. Allow the spices to bloom in the oil for about 30 seconds, releasing their essential oils and magnifying their flavors.

3. Cook Shrimp

Add the shrimp to the skillet, with a pinch of salt, and sauté over high heat. Flip them when they start to turn pink on one side, about 50% cooked through.

4. Cook Vegetables

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir until the spinach wilts and mixes with the shrimp. The residual heat will help cook the spinach without it becoming overdone.

5. Finishing Ingredients

Drizzle the lime juice over the dish and toss in the chopped cilantro. Give everything a final stir to combine, ensuring the ingredients are well coated with the sauce and spices. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and more lime juice as needed.

Pitfalls and tips

Quality of Ingredients

Opt for fresh, wild-caught shrimp and freshly ground garam masala for the best flavor.

Adjust Seasoning

Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, considering adding a squeeze of lemon juice for acidity.

Bloom the Garam Masala

Toast the garam masala with the aromatics to intensify the flavors.

Heat Control

Preheat your pan for a good sear but avoid overcooking the shrimp to prevent rubberiness.

Fresh Spinach

Use fresh spinach for better texture and flavor, adding it in batches to the pan.

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