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Buffet Style Creamy Coconut Shrimp

A one-pan wonder featuring shrimp in a rich and creamy coconut sauce, perfect for family meals or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Chopped cilantro optional

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
  3. Stir in coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Serve warm, garnished with cilantro and extra lime on the side.

Notes

Don’t skip toasting the garlic—it makes all the difference! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently to avoid rubbery shrimp.