Thai Style Shrimp Recipe

If you're in the mood for some flavorful and delicious shrimp, then look no further than this Thai Style Shrimp recipe. Thai cuisine is known for its bold and vibrant flavors, and this dish is no exception. With a perfect balance of sweet, salty, spicy, and tangy flavors, this dish is sure to excite your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Shrimp is a popular ingredient in Thai cuisine and is often used in a variety of dishes, from soups to curries to stir-fries. This recipe sh...

Ingredients

4 cloves garlic, peeled
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

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Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Combine the garlic, ginger, jalapeno, salt and turmeric in the container of a food processor or blender. Process to a smooth paste. Set aside.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook until translucent, stirring frequently. Mix in the spice paste, and cook for a few minutes to release the oils.

Add shrimp, and cook for a few minutes until pink, then add the tomatoes and coconut milk. Cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove the lid and simmer an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce. Stir in the fresh basil during the last minute of cooking.

Nutrition

289 cal.

Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 173mg
Sodium: 502mg
Total Carbohydrate: 8g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Total Sugars: 3g
Protein: 21g
Vitamin C: 15mg
Calcium: 67mg
Iron: 5mg
Potassium: 510mg

How to Make Thai Style Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

289 cal.

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