Coconut Shrimp Alfredo

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4.8

57 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    2 servings

  • Calories

    563 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

Coconut Shrimp Alfredo

This coconut shrimp alfredo is out of this world delicious! Spiking this creamy sauce with coconut turned out to be one of my favorite kitchen experiments to date.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 16 large raw shrimp (peeled, cleaned, and thawed)
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed and minced
  • ½ TBSP dried parsley
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • tsp salt
  • red pepper flakes to taste

for the sauce:

  • 6 oz dry fettuccine noodles
  • ½ cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1-2 TBSP goat cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • black pepper and any additional salt to taste
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Instructions

  1. Grab a small pot and cook noodles according to the package's directions. I undercook mine by a minute or two since they will spend a few extra minutes in the sauce.
  2. While they boil, measure out the remaining ingredients and start on the shrimp.
  3. Heat a small nonstick frying pan or skillet to medium-high and add shrimp.
  4. Once they begin to firm up [about a minute or so into cooking] add your coconut oil, garlic powder, salt, parsley, cayenne pepper, and minced garlic to the pan and stir well to coat.
  5. Next add in your coconut and flip the shrimp until both sides are pink and opaque. You can add a teeny bit more coconut oil if you think you need it and, after tasting, decide if you're up to the red pepper flake challenge. I adore the pop of color and little kick of heat they add to the creamy sauce.
  6. The shrimp and the noodles should be ready around the same time, simply remove the shrimp from the burner while you start on your sauce. If you prefer to time it so your shrimp is done at the same time as the sauce, simply begin cooking them a few minutes after starting the noodles. Easy peasy!
  7. Once the noodles are al-dente and tender, remove the water [drain, strain, whatever!] and reduce heat to medium-low [about a 4 on the dial].
  8. Add the noodles back to the pot and pour in the remainder of your ingredients.
  9. Stir continuously with a fork [with a few pauses in between] until the sauce thickens [approx 5-10 minutes].
  10. If you're staring at a pot full of liquid for a few minutes there, don't be alarmed; it will thicken at the very end. If you're a bit impatient you can try upping the heat a tad but [as I've found out the hard way] higher heat means increased risk of burning, so you'll want to stir incessantly and watch it like a hawk.
  11. Once the sauce is deliciously thick and creamy, stir in half of the shrimp and grab a teeny bite to taste test. Feel free to add extra garlic [I have a heavy hand with the stuff], parsley, salt, pepper an even some extra cayenne pepper for a little zing!
  12. Top with the remaining shrimp/coconut mixture and dig in!
  13. Serve with a mountain-o-veggies [steamed or salad!] and a few lemon wedges to add a refreshing burst of citrus if you're up for it!

Notes

  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 563kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 73g (24%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 92mg (31%) Sodium 914mg (38%) Potassium 322mg (9%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 435IU (9%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 400mg (40%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 563 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 563kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 73g 24%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 92mg 31%
Sodium 914mg 38%
Potassium 322mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 435IU 9%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 400mg 40%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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