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Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk

A quick and delicious dish featuring succulent shrimp in a creamy coconut milk sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp brings the best flavor, but frozen shrimp works too—just thaw beforehand!
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Can be swapped for lemon juice for a different zest.
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or crusty bread, for serving For soaking up the rich sauce.

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add shrimp, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Serve over rice or with crusty bread, and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For an extra kick, throw in a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by simmering longer or adding a splash of chicken broth. Got leftovers? Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.