Description
Savor silky Thai coconut shrimp curry, where exotic spices dance with creamy coconut milk and succulent shrimp. Fragrant herbs and zesty lime transport you to Thailand’s sun-drenched coastal kitchens with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup snow peas
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 can (14 oz / 414 milliliters) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm the vegetable oil in a spacious skillet, allowing the onion to soften and become translucent over medium heat.
- Introduce minced garlic and grated ginger, creating an aromatic base that will infuse the curry with depth and complexity.
- Incorporate the vibrant red curry paste, stirring continuously to activate its intense flavors and prevent burning.
- Gently cascade the creamy coconut milk and rich chicken broth into the pan, whisking to create a smooth, velvety sauce.
- Drizzle in the umami-rich fish sauce and sprinkle brown sugar, balancing the savory and sweet elements of the dish.
- Add colorful bell peppers and crisp snow peas, allowing them to nestle into the simmering liquid and absorb the exotic spices.
- Let the vegetables dance in the sauce for several minutes until they reach a perfect tender-crisp consistency.
- Carefully slide the plump shrimp into the bubbling curry, watching them transform from translucent to a delicate pink hue.
- Finish the dish with a bright splash of fresh lime juice, awakening the palate with a citrusy tang.
- Season with a delicate touch of salt and pepper, fine-tuning the flavor profile to perfection.
- Ladle the aromatic curry into warmed bowls and crown with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, creating a visually stunning tropical feast.
Notes
- Adjust curry paste intensity by adding more or less to match your spice tolerance.
- Swap shrimp for tofu or chicken to create versatile protein options for different dietary preferences.
- Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels and make the dish more heart-healthy.
- Fresh ingredients like ginger and lime juice elevate the curry’s authentic tropical flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg