Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Shrimp Masala -Kerala Style (Konchu Ulathiyathu)

Finally Colorado got some much-wanted rain showers. As I have mentioned before this year March and April was so dry. Colorado is such a dry place and if it doesn't snow and rain much,the possibility of wild fires are high and there could be drought in some parts of the state. Hope we will get more rains and we get a wet Summer this year !

Shrimp Masala

When it is almost the end of school year, I start to get extremely busy and this year is no exception. And add to that we will be going to India in June . So many things to be done before that ! It has been going so hectic for all of us and we needed a break so badly in between our activity-crammed schedules. If you know my family well, you might have already guessed what we would have done to relax ourselves. Yes, we went hiking !



Shrimp Masala

I don't have to tell you how beautiful is Colorado and the Rocky Mountains. I love mountains and for the same reason I love Colorado, period.Every time I see these mountains I know how blessed I am to live in such a beautiful place. I grew up in a mountain terrain and still I love that the most, though Ocean comes a close second. I have to admit that nothing else in the world excites me like mountains ! I love hiking and I enjoy even the most strenuous ones.

Glenwood Springs ,CO

Glenwood Springs has always been in our to-hike list and this weekend we went to hike to see one of the most beautiful lakes in US,The Hanging lake. Though the trail is only 1.5 miles with the first 1/4mile bike trail,the hike is not an easy one,especially for those who are not used to hiking in high elevations. The trail is so beautiful,following the creek on one side and the majestic canyon wall on the other.Most of the trail head is covered in tree canopy and there are lots of resting areas,like this really cool one.

Hanging lake trail, Glenwood Springs ,CO

The first and the last part of the hike is really steep.As soon as you finish the really steep winding steps with rails on the last part, you feel like you have reached paradise on Earth.There it is in front of you,the beautiful lake with crystal clear water with hues of green,blue and aquamarine ! If you hike a little further you will reach Sprouting rock and it is quite a worth site too. We all did the hike well, and we,the parents are so proud that we have trained our little one also very well. He hiked almost all the way up,except the first 1/4 mile and all the way down by himself,a total of 3 miles ! We are glad that we can hike with both our kids now,they enjoy it as much as we do and it is such a fun family activity for us.

Hanging lake, Glenwood Springs ,CO

Do you see the water spraying out from the middle of the rock ? Haven't seen anything like this before ! There is a small cave behind the water falls,through which you can walk and enjoy the spray on your body. You might have already noticed a person standing there and how small he is compared to the falls.

Sprouting Rock,Hanging lake, Glenwood Springs ,CO

Mountain stories apart, I would like to share a simple recipe with you all today,Kerala Shrimp masala. This is so easy to make especially when you can get some cleaned shrimp from your grocery store :) we all love this and I hope you will also try it and let me know

Shrimp Masala


Preparation time : 15 min
Cooking time- 20-25 min
Serves-4

Ingredients:
Shrimp,cleaned- 1 lb

For marinade:

Red chili powder- 2 tsp
Turmeric powder- 1/4 tsp
Lemon juice- 1 Tbsp
Salt- to taste

For masala:

Oil- 2 Tbsp
Onion, finely chopped- 2 cups
Ginger -garlic paste- 2 Tbsp
Curry leaves- 1 sprig
Garam masala- 2 tsp
Black pwpper- 1 tsp
Coriander powder- 2 tsp

Method:

1.Mix all the ingredients listed under marinade, make a paste. Add a spoon of water if necessary and mix well with the shrimp.Cover and refrigerate for at least half an hour.
2.heat oil in a non stick frying pan. saute the onion till it turns traslucent.
3.Add ginger garlic and cook till the raw smell leaves.
4.Throw in the curry leaves, mix well and saute for couple of minutes.
5.Add garama masala,black pepperand coriander powder. saute for 2-3 minutes.
6.Mix in the marinated shrimp.Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes.Do not overcook,shrimps turn rubbery.
7.Serve warm with rice and other side dishes like pulissery and thoran.

Notes:

1. You can use prawns(chemmeen) instead of shrimp in this preparation.
2. The spices are mild compared to the traditional preparation in this recipe. If you like it really hot increase the amounts of chili powder or black pepper.

38 comments:

  1. Wow so nice... Very yummy n mouthwatering...

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  2. Yummy looking shrimp fry...Excellent pics of Glenwood Springs.

    Deepa

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  3. Kothipikunna konchu recipe...Loved the scenic clicks..

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  4. Wow adipoli aayitundu,love it..

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  5. Hiking is so much fun, I miss college just for that. This place looks beautiful!
    This is such an easy preparation and looks yumm! I always have shrimp in the freezer and every time I crave it,I make something similar but I skip the onions.

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    1. Yeah, Poornima. I do that too, then you can call it Shrimp fry,rt ? If you love hiking, Colorado is the place for you :)

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  6. I would love to have this prawn dish, never make them here at home unless if i have guest then even if my bunch won't eat it the guests will finish off.

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  7. Now, I have to make a trip to Colorado! The photos are stunning and loved all of.
    I have a special corner in my heart for anything shrimp-y and this looks mouthwatering delicious.

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    1. That was my secret plan, tempt as many people to come visit Colorado ;) You must definitely visit once and we should meet too :)Thanks K

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  8. That looks nice ... very favourful.. The hiking pics are awesome..:)
    Lovely post..
    Reva

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  9. Just had a view of colorado from the grand canyon..was kinda touristy visit... I am seeing another side of the beautiful waters here.. great that you experienced the real fun through the hike..wow the pics are amazing!!
    Konju curryepatti inim parayano? :(...:D ..lovely shots girl..droolworthy curry..missing home!!

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    1. Next time when you visit, do come to this side too :)

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  10. that waterfall looks spectacular..ah the colour is to die for. we were in the new forest national park over the weekend and trekked a bit ourselves. :)

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  11. great masala and wow beautiful hike

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  12. wow this is so inviting...liked the way u served it on a banana leaf...awesome...

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  13. love the pictures of the nature! So peaceful!
    lovely shrimp masala... where did you get the banana leaf, loved that prop!

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  14. It's really addictive tempting and flavorful...nice click...Thanks for sharing...

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  15. Look at the pics of the lake and the waterfall!! indeed paradise! and the color of the water! and the thought of water spraying on you as you walk inside a cave...! i love water bodies first, any day, so am a water baby all the way! :)

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    1. Isn't it ? Each and every lake in this place is beautiful. Some have majestic snow clad mountains as their back drop !

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  16. Wow,lovely and eye pleasing pictures,shrimp masala looks absolutely irresistible.

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  17. Loved the mountain story; the shrimp looks delicious too!

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  18. the shrimp looks delicious....loved it !!!love the wonderful clicks !!!

    http://www.onlyfishrecipes.com/

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  19. What a stunning photo of a delicious seafood curry :D
    Beautiful!

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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  20. Oh my what a beautiful masala! Making me so hungry!

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  21. A marvelous shrimp dish! So many great flavors.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  22. Oh I just love Kerala Cuisine!!This looks to die for!!Love your hiking pics too :)Lovely!

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  23. Beautiful pictures:) The Prawns look so yum and spicy!! Love it.

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  24. Beautiful clicks n yummy prawns dish....

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  25. Beautiful photography! I'm a very nature person and I totally wish that I could have summer vacation there! Your shrimp masala looks yum!

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  26. Beautiful photography!!!! and the curry also looks too good:)

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  27. i love your recipe, best to bring on swimming outing. i am sure my group would love it.

    REYAH'S KITCHEN

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  28. virtual trip and virtual food - gorgeousness. I can smell shrimp anywhere and esp. the kerala style as it brings back a lot of memories with my friends and how the moms would feed us with hot rice, sambar and the shrimp curry! lovely styling with banana leaf and the teracotta pot!

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  29. I am very pleased to be able to read your writing, writing a simple but very nice, thank you
    ByBuild Muscle

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  30. OMG..that shrimp is making me drool....yummy!!

    Regards,
    Manju
    http://manjuseatingdelights.blogspot.com

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