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    Published: Apr 21, 2019 · Modified: Sep 3, 2021 by Saima · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases · This blog generates income via ads.

    Tandoori Shrimp

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    tandoori shrimp on a bed of lettuce and lemon wedges
    tandoori shrimp on a bed of lettuce
    tandoori shrimp skewers on a plate with lettuce and lemon wedges

    Tandoori shrimp skewers with lemon wedges and lettuce is the perfect appetizer for warm summer evenings. Marinated in a delicious sauce made of Greek yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon, ginger and garlic, this is a scrumptious recipe that will take your breath away!

    tandoori shrimp skewers on a plate with lemon wedges and lettuce

    Come summer and everyone's barbecuing like crazy, here in Alberta, Canada. One of my most favourite recipes is this beautiful, hot-off-the-grill tandoori shrimp. The star ingredient is, of course, my special tandoori masala that gives these shrimp kabobs their name and an awesome flavour and colour. Here's where you can find the recipe for tandoori seasoning  -

    TANDOORI SEASONING - a very special spice blend that lends deep, smoky flavors to meats and veggies.

    And if you want other seafood recipes, do check out my prawns pulao and mustard fish curry too.

    Ingredients in Tandoori Shrimp

    Marinade Ingredients
    • Greek yogurt - any thick yogurt can be used in place of Greek yogurt.
    • ginger-garlic paste - easily available in Indian stores. You can make your own too if you so wish. Just put equal amounts of peeled ginger and garlic in a blender and whizz to get a smooth paste.
    • tandoori masala - can be bought readymade from any Indian store if you don't want to make it from scratch.
    • lemon juice - freshly squeezed lemon juice is always the best though you can use the store-bought one that comes in little plastic bottles.
    • red chilli powder - I use Kashmiri chilli powder as it is mild and adds a pleasing red colour to food. You can substitute with anything from paprika to cayenne depending on how hot you want the shrimp to be.
    • salt - I always prefer sea-salt in my recipes.

    Other Ingredients

    • raw shrimp - I bought peeled and deveined frozen shrimp for this recipe.
    • lettuce leaves - there's curly leaf lettuce in this recipe but you can sub with any variety like iceberg or romaine.
    • lemon wedges - or lime wedges if you want.
    • cilantro leaves (for garnishing) - or parsley if you don't have cilantro.
    • cooking spray - canola or olive. Your choice.
    • wooden skewers - soak the skewers in water for some time to avoid burnt ends. I didn't as you can see in the picture!

    tandoori shrimp skewers on a plate with lemon wedges and lettuce

    How to make tandoori grilled shrimp skewers

    1. Make the shrimp masala or marinade - in a deep bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, tandoori masala, lemon juice, Kashmiri red chilli powder and salt. Add the shrimp and leave in a cool place for about half an hour.

    shrimp marinating in tandoori sauce in a bowl

    2. Thread the shrimp on skewers - I do this over a deep bowl to catch all the drippings. Spray all over with cooking oil.

    shrimp skewers over a white bowl

    3. There are two ways to cook the shrimp

    • on a hot grill -  remove the skewers from the bowl and place the skewers on a hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes. Turn over and do the same on the other side.
    • in an oven - place the bowl in a pre-heated oven (350 degrees) and bake for 10-12 minutes. Then broil for 4-5 minutes. Turn over and do the same on the other side. You can line the bowl with some aluminium foil first if you don't want the drippings to stick to the bowl. In this recipe I used a grill, so there was no need to line the bowl.

    The shrimp is cooked through when the gray changes to a pinkish hue and becomes slightly charred on the surface.

    Garnish with the chopped cilantro or parsley and serve hot over a bed of lettuce and lemon wedges.

    grilled shrimp over a bed of lettuce and lemon wedges

    Sides for tandoori shrimp (optional)

    While barbecued shrimp tastes great on its own, you can pair with some interesting side dishes. So, what to serve with tandoori grilled shrimp? Here are two of my favourites -

    1. Steamed white rice - grilled shrimp tastes great over plain rice. Try it for a more filling meal.

    2. Mayonnaise dip - mix some mayonnaise, tomato ketchup and chili flakes for an easy, instant dip.

    If you want more options, have a look at this post from Kitchn. It has a good variety of salads and sides to serve with grilled shrimp.

    tandoori shrimp skewers on a plate with lemon wedges and lettuce

    Tandoori Shrimp

    Saima Zaidi
    Tandoori shrimp skewers with lemon wedges and lettuce is the perfect appetizer for warm summer evenings. Marinated in a delicious sauce made of Greek yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon, ginger and garlic, this is a scrumptious recipe that will take your breath away!
    4.93 from 13 votes
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    Prep Time 40 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Indian
    Servings 4 skewers
    Calories 108.6 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    The Marinade

    • 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
    • 1 heaped teaspoon tandoori masala
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
    • salt to taste

    Other ingredients

    • 400 grams or 0.88 lbs frozen raw shrimp peeled and deveined
    • 4 curly leaf lettuce
    • 1 lemon cut into wedges
    • 1 sprig cilantro leaves chopped
    • cooking spray
    • 4 wooden skewers soaked in water for half an hour

    Instructions
     

    • Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a deep bowl and place the shrimp in it making sure to cover it completely with the marinade. Keep aside for 30 minutes.
    • Thread the shrimp on wooden skewers, shaking off the excess liquid.
    • Spray all over with cooking spray.
    • Grill the skewers over a hot grill for 4-5 minutes until the shrimp turn an opaque pink and become slightly charred on the surface. Turn over and grill on the other side too.
    • Alternatively, line a baking tray with aluminium foil and place the skewers over it. Heat the oven to 350 degrees and bake for 10 minutes. Then, broil for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred. Turn over and do the same on the other side.
    • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot over a bed of lettuce.

    Notes

    1. Instead of using my homemade tandoori masala, you can use a store-bought masala too. Everest is a good brand available quite easily in Indian stores.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6shrimp piecesCalories: 108.6kcalCarbohydrates: 2.4gProtein: 10gFat: 3.7gSaturated Fat: 0.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 54.9mgSodium: 178.5mgSugar: 4.2g
    Keyword grilled shrimp, shrimp appetizer, shrimp kebabs, tandoori shrimp
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    Comments

    1. Danielle Wolter says

      April 22, 2019 at 11:40 am

      5 stars
      i totally wish i was eating this shrimp right now. It sounds incredible!! I love tandoori spices 🙂

      Reply
    2. Gloria | Homemade & Yummy says

      April 22, 2019 at 7:08 pm

      5 stars
      Hubby is just putting our new grill together. I think I need to make these delicious shrimp skewers this weekend. What a great way to get grilling.

      Reply
    3. Kylie | Midwest Foodie says

      April 23, 2019 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      Can't wait to try these on the grill this summer! I'm always looking for new seafood recipes and this one definitely fits the bill.

      Reply
    4. Amanda Mason says

      April 23, 2019 at 10:38 pm

      I am LOVING this recipe! That marinade!! Perfect high protein dinner or lunch or snack! I like it best over rice or in a lettuce wrap!

      Reply
      • Saima says

        April 28, 2019 at 9:33 pm

        The marinade really makes a difference in this recipe for sure!

        Reply
    5. Amanda says

      April 24, 2019 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      I really love these on the grill! That marinade is super flavorful, and I love the depth the grill gives. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    6. Denise says

      April 25, 2019 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      This looks incredibly delicious! I will have to try this soon on the grill, it will be devoured by my family for sure!

      Reply
    7. Pearl Rodrigues says

      April 27, 2019 at 6:26 am

      5 stars
      Tandoori shrimps are an absolute favorite. I have it often at this Indian restaurant close to my place. Now I have your recipe so definitely giving it a shot in my kitchen. Looks so so good

      Reply
      • Saima says

        April 28, 2019 at 9:32 pm

        Do try it, Pearl!

        Reply
    8. Jenni LeBaron says

      April 27, 2019 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      The flavors in this tandoori shrimp sound so marvelous. I also love that the spice is perfectly balanced with a bit of Greek yogurt. I can't wait to eat this!

      Reply
    9. Marie says

      April 28, 2019 at 4:02 pm

      This sounds so delicious! I love shrimp anyway, but I think this recipe will be a favorite.

      Reply
    10. Charity says

      April 28, 2019 at 7:37 pm

      5 stars
      I love tandoori chicken and lamb but have never had shrimp tandoori! Can't wait to try this! Such a perfect recipe for summer!

      Reply
    11. lauren says

      April 28, 2019 at 8:15 pm

      5 stars
      What a great way to spice up shrimp! This is perfect with summer just around the corner. Perfect to add to salads or have with some easy rice like you mentioned. The color and flavors in the marinade sound just divine.

      Reply
      • Saima says

        April 28, 2019 at 9:28 pm

        Yes, isn't it? Tandoori masala really ratchets up any meat or veggie.

        Reply
    12. Julie says

      April 28, 2019 at 9:11 pm

      I definitely need to try this recipe! My 4 old's favorite food in the whole world is tandoori chicken (he begs us to order it at least once a week) so I can't wait to try this tandoori shrimp recipe for him!

      Reply
      • Saima says

        April 28, 2019 at 9:27 pm

        Oh, how sweet! I know, it feels great to cook things that our kids will have happily and without fuss. Mine were the same when they were younger!

        Reply
    13. Linda says

      April 28, 2019 at 10:56 pm

      5 stars
      Oh yes, please! I love everything tandoori and tandoori shrimp will be my new favorite.

      Reply
    14. Jo says

      April 29, 2019 at 1:42 am

      5 stars
      Incredible, incredible looking shrimps. I looooove tandoori ..everything. Shrimps are definitely my favorite. Your photos are tempting me to try it soon

      Reply
    15. Emily says

      July 06, 2020 at 5:10 pm

      Are the cooking times you listed for thawed shrimp? If so, would it be possible to use frozen shrimp that hadn’t been thawed out? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Saima says

        July 10, 2020 at 9:26 pm

        Hi Emily, I thawed the shrimp first. I wouldn't recommend using frozen shrimp because it releases a lot of water which dilutes the marinade.

        Reply

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