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An extreme close-up shot of pan-seared garlic shrimp coated in a creamy coconut sauce, showcasing the texture and fresh parsley garnish.

Creamy Coconut Garlic Shrimp (Ready in 20 Minutes!)

This Creamy Coconut Garlic Shrimp is the ultimate 20-minute meal! Succulent shrimp are simmered in a rich and flavorful coconut garlic sauce for an easy, unforgettable weeknight dinner that's packed with flavor and simple to make.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Thai-Inspired
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk Do not use light coconut milk.
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet A 12-inch skillet works best.

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp completely dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 30-60 seconds.
  3. Pour in the broth to deglaze the pan. Stir in the full-fat coconut milk and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  4. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute to heat through. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do Not Overcook Shrimp: For tender, juicy shrimp, remove them from the heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
Use Full-Fat Coconut Milk: This is the key to a rich and creamy sauce. Light coconut milk will not work as well.
Serving Suggestions: This dish is excellent over jasmine rice, pasta, or zucchini noodles.