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Thai Coconut Curry with Shrimp

Thai Coconut Curry with Shrimp is a classic Thai dish that is packed with flavor. The sweet, savory, and spicy flavors of this dish are sure to tantalize your taste buds. The shrimp is cooked in a flavorful red curry sauce made with coconut milk, red curry paste, garlic, ginger, and fish sauce. This dish is usually served over steamed jasmine rice or noodles, and is often garnished with fresh herbs. It is a great meal for a weeknight dinner, as it is quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients (2 Persons)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves

Directions

  • Step 1
    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Add the garlic, ginger, curry powder, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
  • Step 3
    Add the coconut milk, vegetable broth, fish sauce, and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir until combined and bring to a simmer.
  • Step 4
    Add the bell pepper, mushrooms, and peas to the skillet. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Step 5
    Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves and serve.

Comments

Anonymous
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This Thai coconut curry with shrimp is amazing! The flavors are perfectly balanced, blending the creamy coconut with fragrant spices and shrimp. The perfect dish to warm up with on a cold night.
Anonymous
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This Thai coconut curry is delicious! I love the sweetness of the coconut combined with the spicy shrimps. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal!
Anonymous
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This Thai Coconut Curry with Shrimp is simply divine! It's packed with flavor and so easy to make. The creamy coconut milk, spicy chilies and sweet shrimp blend together perfectly. I highly recommend!

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