Curried Peanut Shrimp

Dive into the bold, rich flavors of Curried Peanut Shrimp, a tantalizing fusion of creamy peanut butter, fragrant red curry paste, and luscious coconut milk. This quick and easy recipe brings together succulent shrimp simmered in a velvety sauce infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a hint of lime for a vibrant twist. Ready in under 35 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight dinner that doesn't skimp on flavor, complete with a customizable kick of spice from crushed red pepper flakes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and crunchy crushed peanuts for an added touch of freshness and texture. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside warm naan for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 0.25 cup Smooth peanut butter (unsweetened)
• 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (roughly chopped, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Crushed peanuts (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the red curry paste to the skillet and mix well with the onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk and stir until the curry paste is fully incorporated.

Step 6

Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and salt to the skillet. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

If you prefer a bit of heat, add the crushed red pepper flakes at this stage.

Step 8

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then add the raw shrimp to the skillet.

Step 9

Cook the shrimp, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and are fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed (adding more salt, lime juice, or a touch of brown sugar to balance flavors).

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot over steamed rice or with warm naan bread on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1299.4

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 3167.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 131.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 441.9mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 2243.2mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 38.8%

Carbs: 17.8%