Possibly the Easiest Shrimp Curry Ever
Dive into bold, comforting flavors with "Possibly the Easiest Shrimp Curry Ever," a quick and creamy dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights without sacrificing taste. Featuring tender shrimp bathed in a fragrant coconut milk-based sauce infused with aromatic spices like curry powder, turmeric, and toasted cumin seeds, this one-pan recipe is ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish. It’s incredibly simple yet bursting with complex flavors, thanks to a sautéed base of onion, garlic, and ginger. Serve it over steamed rice or with warm naan to soak up every drop, and garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime for a bright, zesty finish. Whether you’re a shrimp lover or a curry enthusiast, this dish is bound to become a go-to favorite for quick and delicious dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon, minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or coconut oil)
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh cilantro
- 1 sliced into wedges (optional, for serving) lime
Instructions
Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds and toast them for about 30 seconds or until they become fragrant.
Stir in the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Sprinkle in the curry powder and turmeric. Stir to coat the onions, garlic, and ginger in the spices.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the shrimp to the pan and stir to coat them in the sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
Season with salt to taste, stirring well.
Remove the pan from the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread, and a wedge of lime on the side for added brightness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.5 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 5897 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 124.1 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2169 mg | 46% | |
*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.
