Description
A flavorful and comforting dish combining fresh shrimp with creamy coconut milk and aromatic garlic.
Ingredients
- 1.1 pounds shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 1 can (14 oz) unsweetened coconut milk (full fat)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (more for serving)
- Chili flakes (for serving)
- Freshly cracked black pepper (for serving)
Instructions
- Begin by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large skillet over high heat.
- Once hot, arrange the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and sear for one minute on each side until pink and firm.
- Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, and sauté minced garlic and diced onion for about three minutes until soft.
- Pour ¾ of the coconut milk into the skillet, stirring to combine.
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining coconut milk with cornstarch until smooth, then add to the skillet and stir to thicken.
- Incorporate fish sauce, honey, and lime juice, letting it simmer for about two minutes.
- Stir in reserved cilantro and return shrimp to skillet, tossing gently until heated through.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve with additional cilantro, chili flakes, and black pepper.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, consider increasing the amount of coconut milk. For different flavors, try grilling the shrimp or using spices like cumin.