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Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk

Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk for a 20-Minute Delight

Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk offers a flavorful, quick seafood meal in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1.1 pounds Shrimp, peeled and deveined the star protein that makes this dish shine
  • 1 tsp Salt enhances flavor
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper freshly cracked recommended
For the Sauce
  • 1 tsp Sweet Paprika provides color and subtle sweetness
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder intensifies garlic flavor
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter adds richness to the sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil essential for sautéing shrimp
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced essential flavor component
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced adds sweetness and aroma
  • 1 can Coconut Milk, full fat provides the creamy sauce base
  • 2 tsp Cornstarch thickens the sauce, optional
  • 2 tbsp Fish Sauce adds umami depth
  • 1 tsp Honey balances flavors with sweetness
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice adds acidity and brightness
  • Chili Flakes to taste, introduces heat
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Cilantro, plus more for serving freshens the dish beautifully
  • Freshly Cracked Black Pepper for serving

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat and set aside.
  2. Mince garlic, dice onion, and chop cilantro for smooth cooking.
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over high heat. Add seasoned shrimp in a single layer, searing for about 1 minute per side.
  4. Lower heat and sauté minced garlic and diced onion in the same skillet for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  5. Pour in ¾ of the coconut milk, mix remaining with cornstarch, and stir into the skillet. Add fish sauce, honey, and lime juice; simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat and simmer for about 1 minute until heated through.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Garnish with cilantro, chili flakes, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with rice or noodles to soak up the flavorful sauce.

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