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Garlic Shrimp In Coconut Milk

A creamy and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce with garlic and spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to turn pink.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and lime juice. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for another 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve this dish over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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