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Thai Inspired Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe

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Discover this rich and flavorful Thai Inspired Creamy Coconut Shrimp recipe, bursting with bold spices, creamy coconut milk, and juicy shrimp. Perfect for busy nights or entertaining guests, this one-pan dish offers a taste of Thailand in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1 red chili (optional), finely chopped

  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk

  • 1 tbsp red Thai curry paste

  • 1 tbsp fish sauce

  • 1 tsp brown sugar

  • Juice of ½ lime

  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

  • Cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and red chili; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  2. Stir in curry paste and cook for another minute.

  3. Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.

  4. Add shrimp and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until pink and cooked through.

  5. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and garnish with cilantro.

  6. Serve hot over jasmine rice.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by increasing or omitting chili.

  • Substitute fish sauce with soy sauce for a pescatarian option.

  • Add veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for extra texture and nutrition.

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Find it online: https://cookingwithtina.com/thai-inspired-creamy-coconut-shrimp-recipe/