Quick and Easy Skillet Curried Shrimp and Bell Pepper

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Quick and Easy Skillet Curried Shrimp and Bell Pepper recipe, a vibrant and flavor-packed dish ready in just 25 minutes! Succulent, perfectly cooked shrimp are nestled in a creamy coconut curry sauce infused with warm spices, garlic, and ginger for a tantalizing depth of flavor. The addition of crisp red and yellow bell peppers adds a hint of sweetness and a pop of color, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. With just one skillet needed, this recipe is as hassle-free as it gets, offering a bold and nourishing meal that pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or warm naan. Perfect for busy days, this easy shrimp curry will quickly become a go-to favorite for fans of quick, healthy, and flavorful one-pan meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups cooked rice or naan (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Sprinkle the curry powder into the skillet and stir well to coat the peppers evenly in the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk and stir in the soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the shrimp to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Serve immediately over cooked rice or with warm naan on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1527.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1437.7

Total Fat 35.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 4711.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 125.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288.7mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2380.0mg	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: 21.8%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 44.0%