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Thai Shrimp with Coconut Curry Sauce

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp in a creamy coconut curry sauce, perfect for weekday dinners.


Ingredients

  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Cooked rice for serving


Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add sliced bell peppers and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Whisk together coconut milk, peanut butter, and red curry paste in a separate bowl until smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce over the shrimp and bell peppers, stirring to combine.
  6. Simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
  7. Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

Consider marinating shrimp in curry paste for enhanced flavor. Garnish with cilantro or green onions for freshness.