Ecomely

Language

Chevrette shrimp curry: recipe illustration
Fish & seafood

Chevrette shrimp curry

Chevrette is a small freshwater or sea shrimp, cooked into curry in Réunionese kitchens. Its briny flavour pairs well with tomatoes and turmeric.

Made it? Rate this recipe

Save to favoritesAdd to my shopping list

Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Nutrition facts

466 kcal per serving

Protein
25.4 g
Carbohydrates
7.1 g
of which sugars
4.8 g
Fat
36.7 g
of which saturated fat
21.2 g
Fiber
2.7 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Rinse the chevrettes under cold water and drain them.
  2. Heat the oil and cook the onions and garlic for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the curry paste, turmeric and chopped tomatoes, then stir for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the water, add the whole chili and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add the chevrettes and cook for 8 minutes over medium heat.
  6. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Add a squeeze of lime if you like a tangy note.
  8. Serve immediately with white rice.

Variations and tips

Potato version. Add diced potatoes at the start of the sauce for a more filling dish.

More ideas

Bichique curry with brèdes40 min · 4 serv. · budget-friendlyRed Bean Bouillon1 h 20 · 4 serv. · budget-friendlySplit pea broth (bouyon pois cassés)1 h 15 · 4 serv. · budget-friendlyBichique curry (cari bichique)45 min · 4 serv. · budget-friendlyZ'habitants curry with pâté1 h 15 · 4 serv.Squid curry (cari calmars)50 min · 4 serv. · budget-friendlyLentil curry (cari lentilles)45 min · 4 serv. · budget-friendlyGreen banana chicken curry1 h · 4 serv.

Original Ecomely recipe.