Creamy “Tandoori” Style Shrimp

Description:

Take shrimp to a whole new level this BBQ season. Wow neighbors, friends and family with this creamy, aromatic shrimp dish made with whipping cream and flavorful spices. It will surely be the talk of the backyard!

Ingredients

1 cup ( 250 mL ) 35 % cream
1/2 cup ( 125 mL ) plain yogurt
1/4 cup ( 60 mL ) fresh cilantro, chopped
Fresh mint, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Zest of one lemon, finely grated
3 tbsp ( 45 mL ) freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tbsp ( 30 mL ) ground coriander
2 tbsp ( 30 mL ) paprika
1 tbsp ( 15 mL ) ground cumin
1 tbsp ( 15 mL ) fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 tsp ( 5 mL ) tomato paste
1/2 tsp ( 2 mL ) ground cinnamon
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 lb ( 450 g ) shrimp, about 16 to 20, shelled and deveined
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 lime, cut into wedges

Preparation

In a large bowl, whisk together cream, yogurt, cilantro, mint, garlic, lemon zest and juice, coriander, paprika, cumin, gingerroot, tomato paste, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Reserve 1/4 cup (60 mL); cover and refrigerate.

Pat shrimp dry with paper towel; add to marinade and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 6 hours.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade. Place on oiled grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill, turning once, until pink, about 5 to 6 minutes. Place in bowl; stir in reserved marinade and toss. Serve garnished with green onions and lime wedges. Enjoy immediately.