Shrimp Kofta Curry Recipe

For the Curry:

• 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
• 1 tablespoon onion paste
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 2 small cinnamon sticks
• 2 cups coconut milk
• Oil for frying

Method:

1. Prepare the Shrimp Kofta:

   • Mix the shrimp paste with turmeric powder, red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt.
   • Mix well with your hands.

2. Fry the Kofta:

   • Take small portions of the shrimp mixture and shape them into balls.
   • Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.
   • Fry the shrimp balls in batches until they are lightly golden. Remove and set aside.

3. Prepare the Curry:

   • In the same oil, remove some excess oil if necessary, leaving enough to cook the curry.
   • Add the chopped onions and sauté until lightly golden.
   • Add the onion paste and cook for a minute.
   • Add the garlic paste, bay leaf, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and cinnamon sticks. Stir and cook the spices for a few minutes until aromatic.

4. Add Coconut Milk:

   • Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a boil.
   • Once it starts boiling, add the fried shrimp balls.
   • Simmer until the kofta balls are well coated and the curry has thickened slightly.

5. Finish and Serve:

   • Once the curry has thickened and the kofta balls are well incorporated, remove from heat.
   • Serve hot with rice .