Coconut Shrimp Curry
Coconut Shrimp Curry features shrimp cooked in a fragrant sauce of coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and chickpeas, enhanced with a blend of spices including coriander, turmeric, cumin, and curry powder. The inclusion of fresh ginger, garlic, and onion serves as a flavorful base. The curry is finished with fresh chopped cilantro, offering a burst of herbal freshness. This dish combines creamy, spicy, and savory elements with tender shrimp for a balanced and wholesome meal.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp ginger minced, fresh
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp cumin ground
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric ground
- 1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper optional
- 1 Tbsp curry powder
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, large
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can coconut milk full-fat
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped, fresh
Instructions
- In a medium-sized stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the chipped onion and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in pepper, fresh ginger, salt, fresh minced garlic, coriander, turmeric, and curry powder. Continue cooking, stirring often, until onion is soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes. This process allows the spices to open up and become more flavorful.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the pot and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add coconut milk and bring to a a full boil. Reduce the heat and cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring often.
- Add the peeled shrimp and chickpeas. Cook until shrimp are pink and curled, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in cilantro. Serve hot over cooked rice.
Notes
- Simmer the curry base for about 15 minutes before adding shrimp to reduce liquid and deepen the flavors.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 396
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 396kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.