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How to Make Red Coconut Curry with Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red coconut curry with shrimp is a flavorful and aromatic dish that brings together the richness of coconut milk with the bold and vibrant flavors of traditional Thai red curry paste. This dish is a perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it is also incredibly quick and easy to make. The combination of juicy shrimp and tender vegetables simmered in a luscious coconut curry sauce is truly a treat for t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • ½ medium jalapeno pepper, minced
  • 1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 ½ tablespoons cold water
  • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons chopped Thai basil
  • 1 medium lime, cut into wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno and cook until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer veggies to a bowl and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add coconut milk, curry paste, brown sugar, and fish sauce to the pan. Whisk together and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl; whisk to dissolve. Add to sauce and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Pat shrimp dry and add to the sauce along with the cooked veggies. Allow curry to simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are cooked through and opaque, 3 to 5 minutes. Top with Thai basil and serve with lime wedges.

    • Nutrition

    384 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 173mg
    • Sodium: 842mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 77mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 529mg

    Categories

    Seafood recipes
    Curry recipes
    Coconut recipes
    Spicy recipes
    Asian recipes