Aromatic Indian Shrimp Pilaf (Kolambi Bhaat) Recipe

Ingredients (18)

• 1 1/2 cups medium shrimp
• 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon juice from 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons fresh coconut flesh
• 3 serrano chilies split lenghtwise
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems
• 1 medium clove garlic, cut into thin slivers
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons plus 3 cups water, divided
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 4 whole cloves
• 2 inch piece cinnamon
• 3 green cardamom pods
• 4 bay leaves
• 2 whole star anise cloves
• 1 cup finely chopped onion (about 1 medium)
• 2 cups Basmati rice, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup coconut milk