Curried Shrimp with Cilantro
Transform your dinner routine with this vibrant and flavor-packed Curried Shrimp with Cilantro recipe—a quick and easy meal that’s ready in under 35 minutes! Succulent shrimp are simmered in a fragrant coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic spices like curry powder, turmeric, and paprika, with a hint of heat from optional red chili flakes. The addition of fresh ginger, garlic, and lime juice adds zesty layers of flavor, while a garnish of chopped cilantro brings a refreshing, herbaceous finish. Perfectly paired with steamed rice or warm naan, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with its exotic flair. Whether you're craving a taste of bold Indian-inspired cuisine or seeking a gluten-free seafood delight, this one-pan recipe is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup Coconut milk (full fat)
- 1 medium Yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1.5 tbsp Curry powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground turmeric
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- Cooked rice or naan (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the curry powder, turmeric, paprika, and red chili flakes (if using). Mix well and toast the spices for about 30 seconds to release their aroma.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine with the spices. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the raw shrimp to the skillet and stir gently to coat in the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through.
Season the curry with salt and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste, if needed.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top as a garnish just before serving.
Serve hot with steamed rice or warm naan on the side for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.9 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.9 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 4796 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 119.5 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2308 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
