Best 7 Shrimp With Coconut Milk Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to the tropics with our delightful Shrimp with Coconut Milk Sauce. This symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a coastal paradise. Succulent shrimp, swimming in a creamy and aromatic coconut milk sauce, is the star of this enticing dish. The sauce, infused with a medley of herbs and spices, offers a harmonious balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes, enhanced by the natural sweetness of coconut milk. Served over a bed of fluffy rice or your favorite grain, this dish promises a satisfying and memorable dining experience. Additionally, we present a collection of equally enticing recipes that explore the versatility of coconut milk sauce. Discover the rich and creamy Thai Green Curry with Shrimp, where coconut milk forms the base of a flavorful and aromatic broth, complemented by fresh herbs, vegetables, and succulent shrimp. For a taste of coastal India, try our Kerala-style Shrimp Curry, where coconut milk lends a velvety texture and delicate sweetness to a vibrant blend of spices. Don't miss our Piña Colada Shrimp, a tropical twist on a classic dish, where shrimp is marinated in a sweet and tangy pineapple-coconut sauce before being grilled or pan-fried to perfection. Embark on this culinary adventure and savor the diverse flavors and textures that coconut milk sauce has to offer.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP IN THAI COCONUT CURRY SAUCE



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Coconut milk flavored with peanut butter and red curry paste makes a classic Thai-inspired, creamy sauce. When tossed with shrimp and bell peppers it makes for an easy dinner!

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pound jumbo shrimp (, shell and tail on)
4 tablespoons vegetable oil (, divided)
2 cloves garlic (, minced or pressed)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
1/2 onion (, peeled and sliced)
1/2 red bell pepper (, seeded and sliced)
1/2 orange bell pepper (, seeded and sliced)
1/2 yellow bell pepper (seeded and sliced)
1 cup coconut milk
4-6 tablespoons high quality fish sauce (, start with 4 tablespoons and add more to taste)
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons red curry paste
2 tablespoons lime juice (, about 1/2 large lime, juiced)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons basil leaves (, chopped)
2 tablespoons cilantro (, chopped)
1 green onion (, chopped)
Red jalapeno pepper (, thinly sliced (optional))

Steps:

  • Place the shrimp in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of the oil, garlic, kosher salt and red chili flakes. Toss to coat and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium high heat with 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the onion and peppers and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer the peppers and onion to a bowl.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet and cook half of the shrimp for 2 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes or until opaque. Transfer the shrimp to a plate. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and cook the remaining shrimp then add to the other shrimp.
  • In another bowl or 4-cup measuring cup mix the coconut milk, fish sauce, peanut butter, red curry paste, lime juice, brown sugar and ground ginger and stir well.
  • Transfer the cooked onion and peppers to the skillet and pour the coconut milk mixture of the peppers. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet with the basil and cilantro and toss to coat. Serve over rice or noodles. Garnish with more cilantro and basil, chopped green onion and sliced red jalapeño of desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 1077 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COCONUT MILK SHRIMP



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Saucy shrimp simmered in creamy coconut milk sauce with fresh garlic, ginger, pepper flakes, and lime juice. It's perfect over cooked rice and ready in only 30 minutes!

Provided by Katya

Categories     Main

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, pat dried with a paper towel
1 Tbsp. olive oil or avocado oil
2 Tbsp. honey
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp. freshly grated ginger
¼ tsp. red chili flakes
¼ tsp. kosher salt
2 Tbsp. butter for cooking shrimp
2 Tbsp. butter
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated
¼ tsp. red chili flakes
1 (14 oz.) can unsweetened coconut milk (not lite)
1 Tbsp. fish sauce
Zest 1 lime
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, about 1/2 lime
Fresh chopped cilantro
Kosher salt, to taste

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, honey, garlic, ginger, red chili flakes, and salt. Set aside to marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  • Melt butter over medium-high heat in a large non-stick skillet. When the butter is hot, add the shrimp with a pair of tongs. Leave the liquid from shrimp inside the bowl. Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side or until pink on the outside. Remove immediately to a clean bowl. Shrimp will be raw on the inside. If you have leftover liquid in the pan from the shrimp, drain it before adding butter in the next step.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Add shallots, white parts of scallions, and chili flakes. Cook for a few minutes until soft and fragrant. Stir in coconut milk and fish sauce. Season with salt to taste. Simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in lime zest, juice, and shrimp. Simmer for few minutes until the shrimp is cooked through. Do not overcook the shrimp. Add green parts of scallions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Sugar 9.4 g, Sodium 890.7 mg, Fat 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 23.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 25.2 g, Cholesterol 213 mg

SHRIMP IN COCONUT MILK



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined, shells reserved
3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 scallions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, crushed
3 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons Aji
1 1/2 cups coconut milk
Juice of 6 limes
1 1/2 cups peas, fresh or frozen

Steps:

  • Place the shrimp shells in a saucepan, along with the thyme, bay leaves and peppercorns. Add 3 cups of water, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until reduced by a third, about 30 minutes. Strain the liquid (you should have about 1 cup) and discard the shells.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over moderate heat. Add the onion, scallions, salt and pepper and saute until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, tomatoes, aji and reserved shrimp stock and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk, shrimp, lime juice and peas, and cook until the shrimp are pink and just cooked, turning the shrimp once as they cook, about 3 minutes. Serve over white rice.

GINGER-GARLIC SHRIMP WITH COCONUT MILK



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Fresh ingredients and bold condiments do the heavy lifting here, creating a fragrant 20-minute meal that will lure people into the kitchen, wondering what smells so good. Inspired by elements of Indian and Thai curries, the shrimp are coated in ginger, garlic and turmeric, then seared and braised in a combination of coconut milk and soy sauce. Spinach is stirred in for a bit of green, but you can substitute your favorite quick-cooking greens like bok choy or kale and adjust cooking time as needed. Swap the shrimp for scallops or white fish, if you like. Serve with rice, rice vermicelli noodles or naan to soak up the flavorful liquid.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories     dinner, weeknight, seafood, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large garlic cloves, minced or grated
1 teaspoon minced or grated ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 packed cups baby spinach
1 lime, halved
1 fresno, jalapeño or serrano chile, thinly sliced
2 scallions, white and light green parts, thinly sliced
1/2 packed cup cilantro leaves and tender stems, roughly chopped
Steamed rice, vermicelli noodles or naan, for serving

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, mix together the garlic, ginger, turmeric, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper and the olive oil. Add the shrimp and mix to coat well.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add the shrimp in an even layer and cook, undisturbed, for 2 minutes. Pour in the coconut milk and soy sauce, stir to combine and turn the shrimp. Raise the heat to high and adjust it to maintain a simmer (avoid bringing to a boil), and cook until the liquid is slightly thickened and shrimp are almost cooked through, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Stir in the spinach in batches until wilted.
  • Remove from the heat and squeeze in the juice from a lime half. Adjust seasoning with more lime and salt as needed. Top with the chiles, scallions and cilantro, and serve with rice, noodles or naan.

COCONUT SHRIMP WITH DIPPING SAUCE



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With crispy coconut-cilantro breading and a sweet apricot sauce, these delicious shrimp, created by our Test Kitchen, would be great for any occasion, from an easy weeknight dinner to special event.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk, divided
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1-1/4 pounds uncooked medium shrimp
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 large egg whites
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, lightly toasted
1/3 cup reduced-sugar apricot preserves
1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard

Steps:

  • Place 2 tablespoons coconut milk in a small bowl; cover and refrigerate. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the jalapeno, cilantro and remaining coconut milk. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. Add to bag; seal and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour. , Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, lightly beat the egg whites. In a third bowl, combine bread crumbs and coconut. Drain shrimp and discard marinade. Dip shrimp in flour and egg whites, then roll in crumb mixture. , Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 7-9 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, for dipping sauce, add preserves and mustard to the reserved coconut milk. Serve with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP WITH COCONUT MILK SAUCE



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Easy, healthy, yummy seafood recipe. I grew up eating a lot of seafood cooked in a many different ways. Cooking them with coconut is a favorite savory treat. You can make this as spicy as you want by adding green peppers like anaheim or jalapeno peppers. You can omit the vegetables or add more that you like. The coconut milk and seasonings are strong enough flavor to carry this dish. If I am feeling lazy, I even skip the saute step.

Provided by richir

Categories     Coconut

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb shrimp
1 teaspoon cooking oil
1 green pepper (anaheim pepper)
4 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon ginger, sliced
4 tablespoons onions, minced
1 teaspoon mirin
1/2 teaspoon paprika (just for color)
1/4 cup white wine
0.5 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
1 cup vegetables, like bokchoy spinach, sweet peas
1/2 cup celery leaves, minced

Steps:

  • Wash seafood, drain.
  • In a large pan, saute garlic, onion and ginger in oil.
  • Add in all ingredients except seafood and vegetables.
  • Wait for he mixture to thicken at about 1/3 its original volume before adding seafood. At this point the coconut milk is starting to be oily and sweeter.
  • Add seafood and vegetables.
  • Let sauce come to a boil again then simmer for 2 minutes or until seafood is cooked.
  • Add celery leaves at last minute.
  • Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 668.9, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 17.2

COCONUT-LIME SHRIMP



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You can make this gingery, lightly sweet shrimp stew as tangy and spicy as you like by adjusting the amounts of chile and lime juice. Using full-fat coconut milk gives you the richest and most flavorful dish. But light coconut milk will also work, resulting in something brothier and more souplike. Be sure not to overcook the shrimp. As soon as they turn pink, they're done.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, seafood, main course

Time 25m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 shallots, diced
1 to 2 jalapeño or serrano peppers, seeded if you like, minced
1 1/4 teaspoons fine sea salt, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons freshly grated or minced ginger
2 large garlic cloves, finely grated or minced
1 (14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk (1 3/4 cups)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1 pound peeled large shrimp
1 tablespoon freshly grated lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon coconut sugar or light brown sugar
1 teaspoon Asian fish sauce, plus more to taste
Cooked rice, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat sesame oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Stir in shallots, jalapeño and a large pinch of salt, and cook until starting to brown, about 6 minutes. Stir in ginger and garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute longer.
  • Stir in coconut milk, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • Stir in shrimp, lime zest, lime juice, sugar and fish sauce. Continue to simmer until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Taste and add more lime juice, salt or fish sauce, or all three, if needed.
  • Serve over rice, with remaining cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp: Look for shrimp that are firm and have a slightly translucent appearance. Avoid shrimp that are brown or have a slimy texture.
  • Use full-fat coconut milk: This will give the sauce a rich and creamy texture. You can find coconut milk in cans or cartons in the Asian section of most grocery stores.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cook quickly, so it's important to cook them just until they are opaque and pink. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and color to the dish. Some good choices include bell peppers, onions, carrots, and broccoli.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice or a teaspoon of fish sauce for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

This shrimp with coconut milk sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. Serve it over rice or noodles, or with a side of vegetables.

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