Description
Coconut Curry Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that brings a taste of the tropics to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. With succulent shrimp simmered in creamy coconut milk and vibrant spices, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. Its delightful aroma and rich flavors will make it a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, chopping bell peppers and mincing garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil until shimmering.
- Sauté garlic and ginger for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers and cook for three minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in coconut milk and curry powder; stir to combine.
- Add shrimp and cook for about five minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lime juice over the dish and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 200mg