Coconut Curry Shrimp (Mchuzi Wa Kamba)

One of many traditional Swahilli-seafood dishes from Zanzibar Island. The use of Indian-style curry is indicative of Zanzibar's history as a crossroads of trade. This recipe comes from mormon.org

• Ready In: 13 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 -2 1⁄2 lbs shrimp (peeled)
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 1  onion (chopped)
• 2  red bell peppers (chopped-green pepper can be substituted)
• 7  garlic cloves (minced)
• 1  cup tomatoes (seeded & chopped)
• 1 1⁄2 cups coconut milk
• 2 -3  teaspoons garam masala (curry powder)
• 1 -2  tablespoon tamarind paste (lemon juice can be substituted)

Directions

1. Heat 2 T. oil in skillet over high heat, sear shrimp for a few seconds, add salt and pepper; reduce heat to medium, add onion and peppers, saute until translucent; add garlic and saute 1-2 minute more.
2. Add tomatoes, coconut milk,curry, tamarind paste, salt & pepper, bring to a boil; then reduce to low for 6-8 minute.
3. Serve with rice or boiled potatoes.