How to Make the Perfect 15 Minute Coconut Curry Shrimp
Thai · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
This 15 minute coconut curry shrimp is a creamy, aromatic dish that tastes like it took hours to make. Quick weeknight cooking has never been more flavorful with this fast one-pan recipe that is ready before takeout could even arrive.
Why this recipe works
This 15 Minute Coconut Curry Shrimp recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 310 calories with 30g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.5 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Bloom the Curry Paste
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly until deeply fragrant.
Step 2: Add Coconut Milk
Pour in coconut milk and fish sauce, stir well to combine with the curry paste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
Add shrimp to the simmering sauce and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until pink and curled, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional fish sauce if needed. Serve immediately over jasmine rice with fresh lime wedges.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- red curry paste → yellow curry paste for a milder less spicy version
- fish sauce → soy sauce for a non-fish version with similar umami depth
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using low fat coconut milk which produces a thin watery sauce without richness
- Overcooking the shrimp in the sauce turning them rubbery and tough
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 310 calories, 30g protein, 8g carbs, 18g fat, 2g fiber.
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