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Egyptian-style shrimp (Gambri) is a delicious dish, usually cooked with garlic, coriander and spices, and served with rice or in tomato sauce. It’s a simple yet delicious recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of shrimp while adding a touch of flavor. Here’s how to prepare it:

Egyptian style shrimp ingredients:

• 500g (1lb) medium or large shrimp, peeled and cleaned
• 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
• 5 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp paprika (optional for color)
• ½ tsp ground turmeric (optional for extra flavor)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
• 1 cup water or vegetable broth

Egyptian Shrimp Instructions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
• Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add tomatoes and spices:

• Stir in the chopped tomato and cook for 4-5 minutes until it softens and releases its juices.
• Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper, and stir well.
• Optionally, you can add a tbsp of tomato paste to enhance the richness of the sauce.

3. Cook the Shrimp:

• Add the shrimp to the pan and stir to coat in the tomato-spice mixture.
• Cook for about 4-5 minutes, turning the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque.
• Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.

4. Add Broth & Simmer:

• Pour in the water or vegetable broth and let the sauce simmer for another 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
• Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.

5. Garnish and Serve:

• Garnish the shrimp with chopped fresh cilantro.
• Serve the shrimp with Egyptian rice, bread, or even fried potatoes on the side.

Submission suggestions:

• Serve with a refreshing Egyptian salad (Salata Baladi) on the side.
• You can also serve with warm pita bread to scoop up the delicious sauce.

Egyptian Shrimp Variations:

• Spicy Version: Add chili flakes or fresh green chili to the tomato sauce for extra heat.
• With Vegetables: Add bell peppers or zucchini to the dish for more texture and flavor.
• Shrimp & Garlic Butter: For a richer taste, cook the shrimp in garlic butter instead of olive oil.