Thai Shrimp Curry

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Thai Shrimp Curry, a quick and easy dinner that’s ready in just 35 minutes! Plump, tender shrimp simmered in a fragrant coconut curry sauce infused with red curry paste, garlic, ginger, and a touch of brown sugar create an irresistible balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. Crisp vegetables like red bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas add color and crunch, while fresh basil and a splash of lime juice bring refreshing herbal and citrusy notes to life. Served over fluffy jasmine rice, this comforting one-pan dish is perfect for a busy weeknight or an impressive dinner party. Keywords: Thai Shrimp Curry, coconut curry, red curry paste, shrimp recipe, easy Thai dinner, quick curry recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 14 ounces Coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons Red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 unit Red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 2 units Carrots (julienned or thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Snap peas
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil (chopped)
• 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes to release its flavors.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk and water, mixing well to combine with the curry paste.

Step 5

Add the fish sauce and brown sugar, then stir to dissolve the sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the red bell pepper, carrots, and snap peas to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.

Step 7

Add the shrimp to the pan and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and fresh basil, then season with salt to taste.

Step 9

Serve the Thai shrimp curry over bowls of cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with additional basil or lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2323 grams (2323.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2063

Total Fat 35.10g	45%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 886mg	295%
Sodium 4347mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 304.90g	111%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 51.80g
Protein 138.50g	277%

Vitamin D 811IU	4056%
Calcium 457mg	35%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 2738mg	58%

*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: 15.1%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 58.4%