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

Thai cuisine is known for its bold flavors, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk, making it a favorite among food lovers. One of the most popular and delicious Thai dishes is the Thai Coconut Curry with Shrimp. This dish features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich and creamy coconut curry sauce, infused with the flavors of Thai spices and herbs. It's a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and spicy, making it a truly satisfying and flavorful dish.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
  • 4 tablespoons green curry paste (such as Thai Kitchen®)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh Thai basil
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced bamboo shoots, drained
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring coconut milk and curry paste to a boil in a large saucepan; boil for 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, Thai basil, mint, garlic, brown sugar, pepper flakes, dried basil, curry powder, and fresh ginger. Return to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, for another 5 minutes.
  • Add bamboo shoots and bell peppers; boil for 2 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer until all flavors have combined, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Saute until shrimp is bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Transfer shrimp into the simmering sauce and simmer for 5 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    354 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 89mg
    • Sodium: 991mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 69mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 553mg