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Coconut Curry Shrimp


  • Author: Shirley
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Coconut Curry Shrimp

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian option)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients

  1. Mise en Place: Gather and prepare all ingredients, peeling and deveining the shrimp, slicing the bell pepper, and chopping the garlic and ginger.

Cook the Vegetables

  1. Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add Vegetables: Toss in the sliced red bell pepper and snap peas. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Make the Curry Sauce

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add the red curry paste to the skillet, stirring well to coat the vegetables.
  2. Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

Cook the Shrimp

  1. Add Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  2. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more fish sauce or lime juice to your preference.

Serve

  1. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  2. Serve Immediately: Serve over rice or with warm naan for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 25g