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Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk

Savory Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk Ready in 20 Minutes

Enjoy this quick and nourishing Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk recipe—ready in just 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika or smoked paprika for smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or more oil for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) unsweetened coconut milk full-fat recommended
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickness
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 lime juice from half a lime
For Garnish & Spice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro optional
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes adjust to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder. Let marinate for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over high heat. Sear shrimp for 1 minute on each side until pink and opaque, then set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium, add more butter, then sauté minced garlic and diced onion for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Pour in 3/4 of the coconut milk, combine, then mix remaining coconut milk with cornstarch and add to the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in fish sauce, honey, and lime juice, simmer for another minute to meld flavors.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss in the sauce, heating through for another minute.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with cilantro and chili flakes, and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed over rice or noodles. Adjust lime juice and honey to taste for perfect balance.

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