Shrimp Bombay | James Beard Foundation

Shrimp Bombay | James Beard Foundation

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This dish gets its distinctive flavor from fragrant fenugreek leaves, a plant native to India and Asia Minor that can be hard to find in the United States; celery leaves can be used as a substitute....

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  • Mortar and pestle
  • Potato masher
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Saute pan
  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Spoon
  • Spatula
  • Fork
  • Plate

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup basmatic rice
  • 2 tablespoons ginger, mashed to a paste
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, mashed to a paste
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 3 tablespoons ghee, clarified butter, or vegetable oil, divided
  • 1/2 spanish onion, sliced thin
  • 1/8 teaspoon brown mustard seeds
  • 1 russet potato, baked and mashed
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh fenugreek or celery leaves
  • 1/2 cup strained and chopped canned tomatoes
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

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