Thai Almond Butter Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Thai Almond Butter Shrimp recipe, a mouthwatering fusion of bold and creamy flavors. Perfectly cooked shrimp are coated in a luscious almond butter sauce made with unsweetened coconut milk, red curry paste, and a hint of lime juice for a tangy kick. Sweet honey and soy sauce intertwine with aromatic garlic and ginger, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for busy nights yet sophisticated enough for entertaining. Garnish with fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts for added texture, and serve over jasmine rice for a complete Thai-inspired meal. Whether you're craving comfort or introducing new flavors to your table, this dish is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 cup almond butter
- 1 cup coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp red curry paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp crushed peanuts (optional, for garnish)
- 2 cups jasmine rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine almond butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and red curry paste. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Pour the almond butter sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle fresh cilantro and optional crushed peanuts on top for garnish.
Serve the Thai Almond Butter Shrimp over jasmine rice, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.7 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2000 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.0 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 161.7 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 802 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 3266 mg | 69% | |
*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.
