Thai Fish Fillets And Shrimp In Coconut Milk Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Thai curry featuring tender fish fillets and succulent shrimp simmered in creamy coconut milk. This adaptable recipe, inspired by a family favorite, lets you customize the spice level and ingredients to your liking. Enjoy the authentic taste of Thailand in just 25 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 571.2 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thai Fish Fillets And Shrimp In Coconut Milk

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How to Make Thai Fish Fillets And Shrimp In Coconut Milk

  1. Heat a wok or large pan over medium-high heat. Add 2-3 whole red chilies and roast, turning occasionally, until slightly charred (about 2 minutes).
  2. Remove chilies from pan, let cool slightly, then finely slice.
  3. Cut 1 lb fish fillets into 2-inch pieces.
  4. Bruise 2 stalks lemongrass and 1 tablespoon chopped coriander roots (or 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves) by gently crushing with the flat side of a knife.
  5. Add bruised lemongrass, coriander, 4 kaffir lime leaves, 1 inch ginger (minced), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/2 medium onion (thinly sliced), 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk to the wok.
  6. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, simmer uncovered for 2 minutes.
  8. Add fish and 8 ounces shrimp (peeled and deveined). Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, or until fish is cooked through and opaque.
  9. Stir in 1/4 cup coconut cream.
  10. Stir in sliced chilies, 1-2 tablespoons fish sauce (to taste), a pinch of salt, and the juice of 1 lime. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  11. Serve hot over steamed white rice. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

244g

Fat

87g

Carbs

22g