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Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp

A quick and easy Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp recipe with vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 4 medium scallions whites and greens separated, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 6 ounces canned light coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons Asian fish sauce
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro or scallions chopped
  • salt to taste
  • extra lime wedges optional for serving

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil on medium-high.
  2. Add scallion whites and curry paste and sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and garlic, season with a few pinches of salt and cook about 2 minutes, to brown.
  4. Add coconut milk and fish sauce and mix well.
  5. Let the shrimp simmer about 2-3 more minutes, until the shrimp is cooked through.
  6. Remove from heat, mix in scallion greens and cilantro.
  7. Serve over rice or cauliflower rice and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be enjoyed over cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.