Quick N Easy Curried Shrimp
Transform your weeknight dinners with this "Quick N Easy Curried Shrimp" recipe, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender shrimp simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic curry powder, turmeric, and paprika, this dish is a perfect balance of creamy, spicy, and tangy goodness. Fresh ginger, garlic, and lime juice elevate the flavors, while a sprinkle of cilantro adds a refreshing finish. Serve it over steamed rice or pair it with warm naan for a satisfying meal that feels like a taste of the tropics. Ideal for seafood lovers seeking a fast yet indulgent dinner, this one-pan recipe is as effortless as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1.5 tablespoons curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or coconut oil)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water (optional, to thin the sauce)
- optional steamed rice or naan (for serving)
Instructions
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Sprinkle the curry powder, turmeric, and paprika over the onions, stirring constantly to toast the spices for about 1 minute.
Reduce the heat slightly and pour in the coconut milk. Stir well to combine and let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add up to 1/4 cup of water to thin it out.
Add the shrimp to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for 4-6 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1055 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 4792 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 115.5 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1784 mg | 38% | |
*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.
