This Thai Inspired Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe blends tender shrimp with rich coconut milk, Thai spices, and fresh herbs for a quick and flavorful meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it's both satisfying and easy to make.
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 tbsp red Thai curry paste
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: sliced red chili or chili flakes for heat
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add shrimp, cook until pink and opaque (about 3–4 minutes).
Season with salt, pepper, and stir in fresh cilantro.
Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with optional chili.
For extra heat, add more curry paste or red chili flakes.
Can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu.
Fresh lime juice enhances flavor—don’t skip it!