Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Coconut Curry Shrimp Recipe – Easy, Flavorful & Spicy. This dish combines creamy coconut milk with aromatic spices to create a satisfying meal that is both comforting and refreshing. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice when you’re short on time but still want to enjoy a delicious, home-cooked dinner. The succulent shrimp absorb the rich curry sauce beautifully, and with customizable spice levels, you can adjust it to suit your taste. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm naan bread for a truly enjoyable dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 500 g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnishing
- Lime wedges for serving
- Cooked rice or naan bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: chop onion, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
- In a heavy-bottomed skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent; add garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add curry powder, turmeric, and cumin; cook for 2 minutes to release flavors.
- Stir in coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Add shrimp and cook for 5–7 minutes until pink and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg