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Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe in a skillet

Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe

Let’s dive into a world of bold spices, creaminess and rich flavor. The creamy coconut shrimp recipe is a mix of all those flavors, coated in a velvety sauce!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 217

Ingredients

For Sauteing Shrimp

  • 450 grams / 1 lb Large Shrimp Deveined
  • ½ tsp / 3 g Salt
  • ½ tsp / 1 g Paprika
  • ¼ tsp / 0.5 g Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp / 30 ml Olive Oil

For Cooking Coconut Shrimp

  • 1 tbsp / 15 ml Olive Oil
  • 1 Medium Size Onion minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup / 237 ml 8 oz Coconut Milk
  • ¼ tsp / 1.5 g Salt
  • ¼ tsp / 0.5 g Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp / 30 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped Coriander

Instructions

Prepare The Shrimp

  • Prepare the shrimp by deveining them. If the shrimp is frozen, thaw them under cold running water.
  • Pat the shrimp fry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Add Seasoning and Saute The Shrimp

  • Place the shrimp in a medium bowl. Season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  • Then, with the help of a kitchen tong, mix the shrimp with the seasonings.
  • Now, grab a large skillet and put it on the stove over medium heat.
  • Pour 2 tbsp of olive oil into the skillet and let it warm up before adding the shrimp.
  • Add 500 grams of deveined and seasoned shrimp to the skillet.
  • Fry each side of the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turns opaque and curled up.
  • Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate for later use.

Add Onion, Garlic, and Seasoning

  • Now heat to medium heat, and add 1 medium-size minced onion in the same skillet. Saute the onion for 2-3 minutes or until translucent.
  • Then, add 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1/2 tsp of chili flakes to the mix and sautéed them for 1 minute.
  • Now, add 1 tbsp of tomato paste, mix it with the onion mixture, and cook the mixture for 1 minute until fragrant.

Prepare The Coconut Sauce

  • Pour 1 cup of (8 oz) coconut milk into the skillet and mix it with the onion mixture.
  • Now, add 1/4 tsp of salt and 1/4 tsp of black pepper and stir it with the coconut milk.
  • Then, bring the mixture to a simmer for about 4-5 minutes.

Add Shrimp To The Sauce

  • Return the shrimp back you cooked earlier into the skillet and stir well to coat them in the coconut creamy sauce.
  • Let it cook for 1-2 minutes more or until the sauce thickens.
  • Add 1 tbsp of lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped coriander, then stir them to combine.

Garnish, Serve and Enjoy!

  • Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the coconut shrimp to a serving plate.
  • Garnish with fresh basil, lemon, and parsley, and serve hot over steamed rice to enjoy your delicious creamy coconut shrimp!