Description
Coconut Shrimp Curry is an irresistible dish that combines the richness of coconut milk with vibrant spices, creating a meal that’s as satisfying as it is quick to prepare. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this delightful curry, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Featuring succulent shrimp and a medley of herbs and spices, this dish offers a tropical escape with every bite. Serve it over fragrant rice or alongside noodles for a complete dining experience your family and friends will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound extra-large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 14½ ounces diced tomatoes
- 13½ ounces coconut milk
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cayenne pepper
- Turmeric
- Ground coriander
- Curry powder
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp in salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice for about 10 minutes.
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Add garlic, ginger, black pepper, salt, turmeric, coriander, and curry powder; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and coconut milk; bring to a boil and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add marinated shrimp and cook until they turn pink (about 2 minutes).
- Serve hot over rice and garnish with cilantro or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg