Garlic Shrimp Coconut Milk (Print View)
Succulent shrimp cooked with garlic in a creamy coconut milk sauce accented by fresh herbs and tropical notes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 2 green onions, sliced
→ Sauce & Seasoning
07 - 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk, full-fat recommended
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
09 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or fish sauce, gluten-free if needed
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
# How to Make:
01 - Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook for 1–2 minutes per side until just pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining oil. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Pour in coconut milk, soy (or fish) sauce, lime juice, chili flakes, and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
05 - Return shrimp to the skillet. Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are heated through and sauce has slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Garnish with cilantro and green onions before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The sauce is incredibly luxurious yet comes together in under 30 minutes
- Perfect balance of creamy coconut and zesty lime feels like a vacation
- Crowd pleaser that works for weeknight dinners or dinner parties
02 -
- Overcooked shrimp becomes rubbery fast so watch them closely during the first sear
- The sauce thickens as it cools so dont overreduce it in the pan
- Letting the dish sit for 5 minutes before serving allows flavors to meld
03 -
- Room temperature shrimp cooks more evenly than cold from the fridge
- A splash of extra lime juice right before serving wakes up all the flavors