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Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk

Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk: A Tropical 20-Minute Delight

This Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk recipe offers a creamy, rich sauce and vibrant flavors for a quick, delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 320
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
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Diced
  • 1 can Full-fat coconut milk Unsweetened
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can be omitted
  • 1 tablespoon Fish sauce Can substitute with soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice Adjust to taste
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped cilantro Fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Chili flakes Optional
  • to taste Freshly cracked black pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder. Set aside.
  2. Mince the garlic and dice the onion. Chop cilantro for garnish.
  3. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted.
  4. Sear the shrimp in the skillet for 1 minute on each side until pink and opaque.
  5. Remove shrimp and add garlic and onion to the skillet; sauté until onion is translucent.
  6. Stir in ¾ of the coconut milk, then mix remaining with cornstarch before adding to the skillet.
  7. Add fish sauce, honey, and lime juice to the coconut milk mixture; simmer for 2 minutes.
  8. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat; simmer for 1 more minute.
  9. Adjust seasonings if needed, then garnish with cilantro, chili flakes, and black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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