Create a delicious Thai-style coconut shrimp curry at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. It’s a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight meal.
Author:Julian Vaughn
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Thai
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Add bell peppers and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour in coconut milk, red curry paste, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and the shrimp are cooked through.
Stir in fresh cilantro.
Serve hot over cooked rice.
Notes
Adjust the amount of red curry paste to your spice preference.
For a milder curry, use less curry paste or a milder variety.
Add other vegetables like broccoli florets or snap peas for extra nutrition and color.