Description
Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk combines succulent shrimp with the rich creaminess of coconut milk and fragrant garlic, creating a comforting and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Fresh Shrimp, cleaned and peeled
- 4 cloves Fresh Garlic, finely chopped
- 1 can Coconut Milk
- 1 tsp Paprika
- ½ tsp Cumin
- ½ tsp Coriander
- Fresh Cilantro or Parsley, for garnish
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Clean the shrimp by rinsing them under cold water and patting dry with a paper towel.
- Chop the garlic and any fresh herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped garlic until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir in the paprika, cumin, and coriander. Let simmer gently for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
For added texture, vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas can be included. Ensure to keep an eye on cooking times to prevent overcooking the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: shrimp, coconut milk, garlic, seafood, tropical, quick meal, easy recipe