Shrimp Masala

garlic cloves

piece (2 inches) fresh ginger, chopped

water

bag (16 ounces) frozen large shrimp, thawed, peeled, and deveined (tails left intact, optional)

Coarse salt

to 4 tablespoons safflower oil

okra (partially thawed, if frozen), sliced 3/4 inch thick

large shallot, thinly sliced lengthwise

small fresh green chile, such as serrano, finely chopped

garam masala

light coconut milk