Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp in a bowl with rice.
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Red Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp

If you're a fan of Thai cuisine, this simple Red Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp is sure to delight your taste buds, showcasing a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and savory notes!

Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Servings
4 servings
Calories
136
ThaiTotal: 15 minutes

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste
  • 6 ounces canned light coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons Asian fish sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or scallions
  • salt to taste
  • extra lime wedges
  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 4 medium scallions
  • 2 cloves garlic

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a sizable nonstick frying pan, warm the oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Incorporate the white parts of the scallions along with the curry paste, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Introduce the shrimp and minced garlic, adding a few pinches of salt, and sauté for approximately 2 minutes until they begin to brown.

  4. 4

    Pour in the coconut milk and fish sauce, stirring to combine thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Allow the shrimp to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until they are fully cooked.

  6. 6

    Take the skillet off the heat, then fold in the green parts of the scallions and cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve the curry over rice or cauliflower rice and savor the flavors!

Nutrition Information

136
Calories
16g
Protein
5g
Carbs
5g
Fat
2.5g
Sat. Fat
1059mg
Sodium
* Nutrition information is per serving (1 /4th)

Notes & Tips

  • If you want to add some vegetables to this dish, you can add bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, snap peas, onions, and/or carrots.

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