Description
Creamy Coconut Shrimp combines the richness of coconut milk with the natural sweetness of shrimp, creating a flavorful and indulgent dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests, this recipe brings together tropical flavors with savory spices, resulting in a creamy, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse shrimp under cold water, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and ginger. Cook until fragrant (3–4 minutes).
- Cook the Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet, cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add coconut milk, turmeric, and paprika. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine and Serve: Return shrimp to the skillet, toss in the sauce, and warm for 2 more minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Notes
This dish pairs perfectly with jasmine rice, zucchini noodles, or quinoa for a complete meal. Adjust the spice level by adding chili flakes or a dash of sriracha for heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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