Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe: A Delicious Tropical Delight
This Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe is a delightful fusion of tropical flavors and succulent shrimp, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for guests. The creamy coconut sauce is rich and flavorful, complementing the tender shrimp beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking until they turn pink.
- Pour in the coconut milk and add the bell pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe