Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk
Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk is a tropical delight that will transport your taste buds straight to paradise. This dish features plump, succulent shrimp enveloped in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with the aromatic warmth of garlic. Perfect for a cozy dinner or an outdoor gathering, this recipe guarantees an unforgettable flavor explosion that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by peeling and deveining the shrimp; rinse under cold water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent (3–4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until golden.
- Stir in diced red bell pepper with a pinch of salt; sauté until slightly softened (3–5 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp, lime juice, salt, and pepper; cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque (4–6 minutes).
- Finish with fresh cilantro before serving over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, consider adding chili flakes for heat or swapping out shrimp for chicken or tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.