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Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk

Creamy Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk for Quick Flavor Fix

This Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Peeled and Deveined Shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika Smoked paprika can add a twist
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Pair with fresh minced garlic
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with olive oil if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Any neutral oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for richness
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens the sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Soy sauce can be a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adjust to your liking
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh is best
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Can swap with parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust according to preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper For garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Heat a skillet over high heat with olive oil and butter until melted. Add shrimp and cook for about 1 minute on each side until opaque and golden. Remove shrimp from the skillet.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add more olive oil if needed, then add minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Pour three-quarters of the coconut milk into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. In a bowl, whisk remaining coconut milk with cornstarch, then add to the skillet.
  5. Stir in fish sauce, honey, and lime juice. Cook for about 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat, and simmer for another minute.
  7. Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm garnished with cilantro and chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve over rice or with bread to soak up the sauce. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender.

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