Ground Pork And Shrimp In Coconut Milk Recipe

This quick and easy 15-minute recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavor explosion! We're taking Mark Bittman's classic recipe and giving it a delicious twist. Ground pork (easily made in a food processor!) simmers in rich coconut milk with aromatic ginger, garlic, and chilies, then gets a burst of fresh shrimp and vibrant herbs. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this freezer-friendly dish is a game-changer for busy cooks. The vibrant garnish of fresh cilantro, mint, and onions elevates this surprisingly beautiful dish from simple to spectacular. Solve your bulk-pork dilemma with this unexpectedly delicious recipe, originally inspired by Costco adventures!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 903.4 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ground Pork And Shrimp In Coconut Milk

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How to Make Ground Pork And Shrimp In Coconut Milk

  1. Cook rice according to package directions (this usually takes about 20-25 minutes).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk, 2-3 Thai chilies, finely sliced (adjust to your spice preference), 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, and 2 cloves garlic, minced.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add 1 pound ground pork and reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Stir frequently.
  5. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and no longer pink.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1/2 pound cooked bay shrimp (or 1/2 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined).
  7. Stir in 1 tablespoon nam pla (fish sauce), salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve the flavorful mixture over hot cooked rice.
  9. Garnish generously with 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

317g

Fat

159g

Carbs

28g