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Creamy Coconut Shrimp with Rice: A Delightful Recipe!

A delightful recipe for creamy coconut shrimp served over jasmine rice, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 13.5 ounces coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the creamy coconut shrimp over cooked jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add sliced red chili peppers or a dash of sriracha when cooking the shrimp.
  • Substitute the shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.

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