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Red Curry with Shrimp

Succulent shrimp simmered in a spicy coconut milk broth with bamboo shoots and basil.

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

3

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Large shrimp
  • 3 tbsp Red curry paste
  • 14 oz Coconut milk
  • 1 sliced Red bell pepper
  • 8 oz Bamboo shoots(optional)
  • 1 tbsp Fish sauce
  • 1 tsp Brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves(optional)
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Add red curry paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Pour in coconut milk and stir until the paste is fully dissolved.

  4. 4

    Add bell peppers and bamboo shoots, simmering for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.

  5. 5

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

  6. 6

    Stir in fish sauce and brown sugar to balance the flavors.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil leaves.

  8. 8

    Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

320

kcal

Protein

24

g

Carbs

12

g

Fat

22

g

Fiber

2

g

Sugar

6

g

Sodium

980

mg

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