What is garam masala?

A warm Indian spice blend, usually with cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon and cloves.

Can I broil tandoori shrimp?

Yes; broil 4 to 5 minutes, turning once.

Tandoori Shrimp

Shrimp marinated in spiced yogurt with garam masala, paprika, ginger and garlic, grilled on skewers until charred, and served with mint chutney. Serves 4.

Naturally gluten-free Vegetarian with swaps Keto Low-carb High-protein

Contains: milk, shellfish. Based on the ingredients as written; check package labels, which can change.

Prep 20 min
Cook 6 min
Marinate 30 min
Total 56 min
Yield 4 servings
Heat 🌶🌶 Medium
Level Easy

Updated November 4, 2026

Skewers of charred tandoori shrimp with mint chutney, red onion and lemon

Tandoori dishes are named for the clay tandoor oven, but a hot grill gives the same charred, smoky edges. A yogurt marinade with garam masala, paprika, ginger and garlic coats the shrimp and helps them brown.

Serve with a quick mint and cilantro chutney, sliced red onion and lemon.

Ingredients

Shrimp

1 1/2 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt

Mint chutney

1 cup cilantro leaves
1/2 cup mint leaves
1 green chile
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
Pinch of salt and sugar

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To make it vegetarian

For the shrimp, use king oyster mushrooms cut into thick coins, or a plant-based shrimp.

Meat substitutes change the flavor, texture and cooking time: cook plant-based meats to the package directions, and tofu and mushrooms only need to brown and heat through. The nutrition on this page is for the original recipe. See all our vegetarian recipes.

New to an ingredient? See Garam masala in our kitchen glossary.

What you’ll need

skewers
blender
grill or broiler

Instructions

Marinate. Mix the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, spices and salt. Toss with the shrimp and refrigerate 30 minutes (no longer than 2 hours).
Chutney. Blend the chutney ingredients until smooth.
Skewer. Thread the shrimp onto skewers.
Grill. Grill over high heat 2 to 3 minutes per side until charred and opaque.
Serve. Serve with the chutney, red onion and lemon.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

180Calories

6 gCarbohydrates

1 gFiber

5 gNet carbs

36 gProtein

2 gFat

Estimated per serving, based on 4 servings, using USDA FoodData Central values for each ingredient. Net carbs are carbohydrates minus fiber. Optional ingredients, garnishes and anything served on the side are not included, and marinades are counted at about a third because most is discarded. Brands and portion sizes change the numbers.

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Tips

Soak wooden skewers 30 minutes so they do not burn.
A very hot grill or broiler gives the best char.

Having trouble? See rubbery shrimp and sticking fish in our kitchen troubleshooting guide.

Printable: safe cooking temperatures chart (PDF).

Storage and leftovers

Refrigerate up to 2 days and eat cold, or warm briefly in a hot skillet. The chutney keeps 3 days in the refrigerator.

Questions about this recipe

What is garam masala?: A warm Indian spice blend, usually with cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon and cloves.
Can I broil tandoori shrimp?: Yes; broil 4 to 5 minutes, turning once.

Pairs with: an off-dry Riesling or Gewürztraminer, or a cold lager. Wine pairing guide

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