Creamy Coconut Garlic Shrimp
A delightful dish combining the rich flavor of coconut milk with garlic, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili paste or fresh chili, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
- Cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or mixed veggies for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chili paste, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the creamy coconut garlic shrimp over cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or alongside your favorite veggies.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lime juice before serving. Adjust chili paste according to heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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