Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of India with this simplified, yet incredibly delicious, grilled shrimp recipe! Inspired by a Food & Wine magazine classic, this recipe uses sour cream for a creamy marinade that rivals traditional yogurt-based tandoori. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it's adaptable to grilling or broiling – making it perfect for any weather! The succulent shrimp, marinated in aromatic spices like cumin, garam masala, and ginger, are then grilled to perfection and finished with a squeeze of fresh lime juice for an unforgettable taste. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 195 mins
Calories 331.9 kcal
Protein 50g
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Ingredients for Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp

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How to Make Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp

  1. In a large, shallow dish, whisk together 1 cup sour cream, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric.
  2. Add 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined) to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
  4. If grilling, preheat grill to high heat and lightly oil the grates. If broiling, preheat your broiler.
  5. Remove shrimp from marinade. If using skewers, thread shrimp onto skewers. (If broiling, you can skip the skewers).
  6. Season shrimp generously with salt.
  7. **Grill:** Grill shrimp for 2 minutes per side, or until almost cooked through. **Broil:** Broil shrimp for 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  8. Brush shrimp with 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional) during the last minute of cooking (for both grilling and broiling).
  9. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the shrimp. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

66g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp?

Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp takes about 215 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 195 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp?

Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp has approximately 331.9 calories per serving, with about 50 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp?

The key ingredients for Indian Grilled Sour Creammarinated Shrimp are Sour Cream, Garlic Cloves, Garam Masala, Black Peppercorns, Ground Cumin, Ground Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.

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