Description
This fragrant 20-minute meal is a seafood-lover’s dream. Seared shrimp simmered in a creamy garlic coconut sauce enhanced with lime juice and just the right amount of honey. It’s light, delicate and super flavorful.
Ingredients
- 1.1 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 ml) unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (plus more for serving)
- Chili flakes, for serving
- Freshly cracked black pepper, for serving
Instructions
- Add shrimp, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to a bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.
- Mince garlic, dice onion, and chop cilantro.
- Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over high heat. Sear shrimp in a single layer, 1 minute per side. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to low. Add garlic and onion and sauté about 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Pour in ¾ of the coconut milk. Mix remaining coconut milk with cornstarch and add to skillet.
- Stir in fish sauce, honey, and lime juice. Simmer 2 minutes.
- Stir in cilantro and return shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat and simmer 1 minute.
- Taste and adjust fish sauce and lime juice if needed.
- Top with cilantro, chili flakes, and black pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Get all prep done before starting for best results.
- Adjust fish sauce and lime juice by the teaspoon to suit taste.
- Serve with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Seafood
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired