Description
Garlic shrimp in coconut milk whisks diners straight to tropical coastlines with its creamy, aromatic embrace. Succulent shrimp swim in a luscious sauce, promising bold flavors that transport you to seaside culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.1 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (14 ounces / 400 milliliters) full-fat coconut milk
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small brown onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (plus more for serving)
- Chili flakes, for serving
- Freshly cracked black pepper, for serving
Cooking Fats:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Let the seasoned shrimp rest while preparing other ingredients.
- Finely mince garlic, dice onions, and chop fresh cilantro to create a flavor foundation for the dish.
- Place a large skillet over high heat and add butter and oil. Create a single layer of shrimp and quickly sear for approximately 60 seconds on each side until golden. Transfer seared shrimp to a separate plate.
- Reduce skillet temperature to low and introduce minced garlic and diced onions. Gently sauté until vegetables become translucent and release their aromatic essence.
- Pour most of the coconut milk into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk remaining coconut milk with cornstarch in a separate bowl, then incorporate into the skillet.
- Enhance the sauce with fish sauce, honey, and fresh lime juice. Allow the mixture to simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Fold in chopped cilantro and return seared shrimp to the skillet. Gently toss to ensure even coating and reheat the shrimp.
- Taste and refine the sauce’s seasoning with additional fish sauce or lime juice. Garnish with extra cilantro, chili flakes, and cracked black pepper.
- Serve immediately while the dish remains hot and fragrant.
Notes
- Prep shrimp with spices ahead of time to infuse deep, rich flavors before cooking.
- Sear shrimp quickly over high heat to lock in moisture and prevent rubbery texture.
- Create silky sauce by whisking cornstarch with coconut milk to ensure smooth, no-lump consistency.
- Balance sweet, tangy, and savory elements through strategic additions of honey, lime juice, and fish sauce.
- Allow shrimp to simmer briefly in final sauce to absorb maximum flavor without overcooking.
- Garnish generously with fresh cilantro and chili flakes for vibrant color and zesty kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg