Name: Coconut-Shrimp Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 0.25 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 tablespoon water, or as needed; 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 cups water; 1 cup shredded coconut; 0.25 cup oil; 2 curry leaves, or to taste; 4 green chile peppers, chopped; 2 medium onion, minced; 1 teaspoon ginger paste; 0.5 teaspoon garlic paste; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1.5 teaspoons sambar powder; 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric; salt to taste

Succulent shrimp, infused with the warmth of curry spices and a delicate whisper of coconut, simmered to perfection in a rich, aromatic broth. A vibrant and flavorful dish that transports you to the tropics with every bite.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large bowl, combine salt, black pepper, and red pepper. Add water gradually to form a smooth paste. Add shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the sauce. (Prep time: 10 minutes, Marinating time: 30 minutes)

02

Step

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine water and shredded coconut. Microwave on high for 1 hour. Strain the mixture, reserving the coconut water and discarding the solids. (Cooking time: 60 minutes)

03

Step

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add curry leaves and chile peppers; cook and stir for 1 minute until fragrant. Add minced onion and cook until softened and lightly browned, adding a splash of water as needed to prevent sticking. (Cooking time: 10-15 minutes)

04

Step

Stir in ginger paste and garlic paste; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until aromatic. Add ground coriander, sambar powder, and turmeric; stir for 1 minute to toast the spices. (Cooking time: 2 minutes)

05

Step

Pour in the reserved coconut water and add the marinated shrimp. Cook until the shrimp are pink, curled, and opaque, about 5 minutes, adding more water if the sauce becomes too thick. Season with additional black pepper and salt to taste. (Cooking time: 5 minutes)