Go Back
–+ servings
Close up of Thai-Inspired Coconut Curry Shrimp with rice.
Print

Thai-Inspired Coconut Curry Shrimp

This delicious Thai-Inspired Coconut Curry Shrimp recipe comes together in just 30 minutes! Made entirely in one pan with seasoned, cooked shrimp, sautéed broccoli and bell peppers, red curry paste, coconut milk, lime, garlic, and ginger, then served with cooked rice and freshly diced pineapple. I can't get enough of this flavorful weeknight dinner!
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Thai
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 560kcal
Author Christine McMichael

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons toasted sesame oil divided
  • 1 pound pre-cooked frozen shrimp deveined & thawed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3 Tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 15- ounce can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

For Serving

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup diced pineapple
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • Fresh lime

Instructions

  • Season the shrimp with half of the salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 Tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat in a large sauté pan with tall sides.
  • Add shrimp and sear on each side for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • To the same pan, add the remaining sesame oil, onion, broccoli, and bell pepper and cook until softened.
  • Add garlic and ginger and saute an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and curry paste and saute for 1-2 more minutes.
  • Add the salt, pepper, coconut milk, brown sugar and simmer until the sauce starts to thicken. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can make a slurry with 2 teaspoons of tapioca starch with 1 tablespoon of water. Whisk that in until thick.
    TIP: If you’re going to serve with rice, this isn’t entirely necessary as that will naturally thicken it!
  • Add the shrimp and simmer for 1-2 more minutes. Add lime juice, cilantro and stir.
  • Serve with rice, then garnish with more cilantro, fresh pineapple and enjoy!

Video

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5Cups | Calories: 560kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 493mg | Potassium: 937mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3197IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 6mg