Garlic Shrimp Coconut Milk (Printable)

Shrimp sautéed with garlic, simmered in creamy coconut milk and herbs for aromatic tropical taste.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ Sauce & Seasoning

07 - 1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk, full-fat recommended
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
09 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or fish sauce, use gluten-free if needed
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil

# How To Make:

01 - Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 1-2 minutes per side until just pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining oil. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce or fish sauce, lime juice, and chili flakes. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
05 - Return shrimp to the skillet. Simmer 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are heated through and sauce has slightly thickened.
06 - Remove from heat. Garnish with cilantro and green onions before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The creamy coconut sauce creates this luxurious mouthfeel that makes every bite feel indulgent without any heavy cream or dairy
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something that simmered all afternoon
  • The heat from chili flakes balanced with fresh lime hits every taste bud in the best way possible
02 -
  • Overcooked shrimp is the tragedy of the kitchen, pull them when theyre just opaque and theyll stay tender
  • Coconut milk can separate if you boil it too hard, keep it at a gentle simmer
  • The sauce continues thickening off the heat, so dont reduce it too much in the pan
03 -
  • Room temperature shrimp cook more evenly, take them out of the fridge 15 minutes before starting
  • Toast some curry powder in the oil before adding onions for an entirely different flavor profile

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