Curried Shrimp with Pineapple Salsa
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant Curried Shrimp with Pineapple Salsa recipe! Succulent shrimp are pan-seared with a bold blend of curry powder, paprika, and garlic, creating a flavorful, aromatic base. The star of the dish is the zesty pineapple salsa, a refreshing mix of juicy pineapple, crisp red bell pepper, tangy lime juice, spicy jalapeño, and fresh cilantro. Paired with a bed of warm, fluffy rice, this dish delivers a satisfying balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make tropical-inspired meal is perfect for busy evenings or when you're craving something light and exotic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 cups cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the shrimp with a paper towel. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the curry powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the shrimp and sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over them. Toss to coat.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
To make the pineapple salsa, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño in a medium mixing bowl. Mix well and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil if needed and briefly sauté the cooked rice to warm it up.
Serve the curried shrimp over the rice and top with the fresh pineapple salsa. Enjoy your tropical-inspired meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.6 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 3061 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.3 g | ||
| Protein | 124.2 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2022 mg | 43% | |
*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.
