Coconut Lime Shrimp with Peanut Sauce

Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Coconut Lime Shrimp with Peanut Sauce, a perfect balance of tropical freshness and rich nuttiness. Tender shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of creamy coconut milk, freshly squeezed lime juice, and aromatic garlic, then quickly seared to perfection for a succulent, citrus-infused bite. The star of the dish is the luscious peanut sauce—a silky mixture of creamy peanut butter, coconut milk, and a hint of honey, accented by soy sauce and optional chili flakes for a subtle kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice, noodles, or a crisp salad for a complete, restaurant-quality meal at home. This easy yet elegant dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, delivering crowd-pleasing flavor with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tbsp Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tsp Lime zest
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup Coconut milk (for peanut sauce)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce (for peanut sauce)
• 2 tsp Rice vinegar (for peanut sauce)
• 1 tbsp Honey (for peanut sauce)
• 0.5 tsp Chili flakes (for peanut sauce, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, soy sauce, and brown sugar to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the shrimp in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes.

Step 3

While the shrimp marinates, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and chili flakes until smooth and heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove the shrimp from the marinade and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque.

Step 6

Arrange the cooked shrimp on a serving plate and drizzle with peanut sauce. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1305.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2754.4

Total Fat 191.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 4196.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 70.1g
Protein 177.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 565.2mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 3869.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 16.5%