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Coconut Shrimp

30-Minute Creamy Coconut Shrimp

Succulent shrimp in a luscious coconut sauce with garlic, ginger, and lime. Ready in 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cuban/Latin American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 can 13.5 oz full-fat coconut milk
  • ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
  • ½ tsp red chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Optional Ingredients

  • [Optional Add-Ins]
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tsp fish sauce

Instructions
 

Instructions 

  • **Prep shrimp**: Pat dry and season with salt/pepper.
  • **Sear shrimp**: Heat oil in pan. Cook shrimp 1-2 mins per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  • **Make sauce**: In same pan, sauté garlic, ginger, and chili flakes for 30 seconds. Add coconut milk and lime juice. Simmer 5 mins.
  • **Combine**: Return shrimp to pan. Toss in sauce and cook 1 more minute.
  • **Garnish** with cilantro and serve over rice.

Notes

Pro Tip: "Toast shredded coconut in a dry pan for 2 mins first – it doubles the flavor!"
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