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Creamy Coconut Shrimp

Creamy Coconut Shrimp: Quick Tropical Bliss for Your Table

This Creamy Coconut Shrimp recipe delivers tropical flavors with tender shrimp in a luxurious coconut sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Tropical
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Neutral oil can work, but olive adds flavor
  • 1 piece Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Light coconut milk available
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Soy sauce or tamari can replace for vegetarians
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey or agave can substitute
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to your heat preference
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best
For the Garnish
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Chopped
For Serving
  • 2 cups Rice Jasmine, basmati, or quinoa

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Coconut Shrimp
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 finely chopped onion to the skillet, sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Place 1 pound of large shrimp in the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and firm.
  5. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully coated and heated through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then squeeze in the juice of 1 fresh lime.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve over jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Separate shrimp from sauce and rice to maintain texture.

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