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Coconut Lime Shrimp

Coconut Lime Shrimp: Fresh, Flavorful, and Ready in 15 Minutes

Coconut Lime Shrimp is a quick, tropical dish bursting with flavors of lime and coconut, perfect for a delightful dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Feel free to substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Always use fresh, minced garlic for the best results.
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Use canned coconut milk for concentrated flavor.
  • 2 medium Limes You’ll need both juice and zest.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Works well whether fresh or frozen.
  • 1 handful Cilantro Optional garnish.
For Serving
  • to taste Toasted Coconut Optional topping for added texture.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Coconut Lime Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Zest 2 limes and set aside. Then, add 1 cup of canned coconut milk, the juice of the zested limes, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to the skillet.
  4. Once the sauce has thickened, add 1 pound of shrimp. Cook for about 3 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro, if desired.
  6. To serve, dish out over Coconut Lime Rice or alongside veggies and sprinkle with reserved lime zest and toasted coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh as flavors and textures peak after cooking. Can be customized with scallops or chicken.

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