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Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk

Creamy Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk for a Tropical Escape

A quick and flavorful Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk recipe perfect for busy weeknights, bursting with tropical flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Peeled and Deveined Shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh minced
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced
  • 1 can Unsweetened Coconut Milk Full-fat recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Can substitute with soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Optional
  • Freshly Cracked Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder. Toss to coat and set aside.
  2. Finely mince the garlic and dice the onion.
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet, then sear the shrimp for about 1 minute on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. Sauté garlic and onion in the skillet until the onion is translucent.
  5. Add three-quarters of the coconut milk to the skillet. Mix the remaining coconut milk with cornstarch and add to the skillet.
  6. Stir in fish sauce, honey, and lime juice, simmering for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Return the shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the sauce, and heat for an additional minute.
  8. Garnish with cilantro, chili flakes, and black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served over jasmine rice or noodles. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1-2 days in the fridge.

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