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Coconut Shrimp Curry

Coconut Shrimp Curry

  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Discover how to make a delicious Coconut Shrimp Curry with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a flavorful and exotic meal at home!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (454 g) (450 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams) ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams) curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams) ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams) ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) (1.25 grams) ground black pepper (optional)
  • 1 can (14 ounces / 400 ml) coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams) brown sugar
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) (150 grams) snap peas or green beans
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lime juice
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
  4. Add the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine with the spices.
  6. Add the fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well.
  7. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over low heat.
  8. Add the sliced red bell pepper and snap peas or green beans to the pan.
  9. Simmer the vegetables for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
  10. Add the shrimp to the pan, stirring to coat them in the sauce.
  11. Cook the shrimp for 3-5 minutes, until they are pink and cooked through.
  12. Add salt to taste and stir in the lime juice.
  13. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, increase the amount of ground black pepper or cayenne pepper.
  • Enhance the taste by marinating the shrimp in a blend of lime juice and soy sauce before cooking.
  • Customize the vegetables with your preferred choices like zucchini or mushrooms.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 25g

Keywords: coconut shrimp, curry recipe, creamy curry, shrimp dish, spicy shrimp

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