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Curry Paste Shrimp Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this incredibly easy and versatile Curry Paste Shrimp recipe! Using either fresh or frozen shrimp (cooked or raw!), this dish is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer for 4 or a satisfying dinner for 2, the mild curry paste creates a delicious balance of sweet and savory. Experiment with different levels of spice to find your perfect heat! (Note: recipe uses mild curry paste; experience with hot curry paste may vary.)

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 594.5 kcal
Protein 100g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Curry Paste Shrimp

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How to Make Curry Paste Shrimp

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. (If using frozen shrimp, ensure they are fully thawed and cooked thoroughly.)
  4. Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the sliced red bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve immediately over cooked rice. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

107g

Carbs

4g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 Appetizers Main Dish Eggs Dairy Seafood Vegetables Asian Canadian Indian Easy Beginner Cook Dinner Party Romantic Shrimp Stove Top Dietary Spicy Ontario Shellfish Taste Mood Equipment Number Of Servings