This spicy coconut curry shrimp is a flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp with a rich and creamy coconut curry sauce. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
The recipe is simple and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. Serve it over rice or with naan for a complete meal.
Quick and Easy Coconut Curry Shrimp
This dish features succulent shrimp cooked in a fragrant coconut milk-based curry sauce, infused with spices and herbs. The recipe serves 4 and takes about 25 minutes to prepare and cook.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas or green beans
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate Curry Paste: Add the red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine with the aromatics.
- Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp, bell pepper, and snap peas. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges over rice or with naan.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
This recipe is part of my 35 Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
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