Description
A flavorful coconut curry shrimp dish that is healthy and quick to prepare, packed with protein and spices.
Ingredients
- Shrimp (1 lb)
- Coconut Milk (1 can)
- Curry Paste (2 tablespoons)
- Garlic (3 cloves)
- Ginger (1-inch piece)
- Bell Pepper (1, chopped)
- Onion (1 large, sliced)
- Lime (1, juiced)
- Fresh Cilantro (for garnish)
- Vegetable Oil (2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: peel and devein the shrimp, chop the bell pepper, slice the onion, and grate the garlic and ginger.
- Sauté aromatics: heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger.
- Add the curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine. Simmer for a few minutes to thicken slightly.
- Add chopped bell pepper and shrimp to the pot and stir well.
- Cook until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 5-7 minutes.
- Off the heat, squeeze lime juice over the dish and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Serve with jasmine rice or quinoa for added texture and nutrition. Consider adding sliced avocados for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: coconut curry shrimp, healthy shrimp recipe, quick dinner recipe
