Braised Shrimp In Ginger Coconut Sauce Recipe

Name: Braised Shrimp In Ginger Coconut Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. grated peeled fresh ginger; 4 x garlic cloves crushed; 1 Tbsp. grnd turmeric; 1 sm red chili pepper seeded and minced; 2 Tbsp. white vinegar; 2 Tbsp. peanut oil; 2 x onions minced; 1 lb jumbo shrimp (king prawns) peeled, deveined, tails intact; 2 x tomatoes minced; 3/4 c. coconut lowfat milk; 2 tsp freshly-cracked black pepper; 2 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro (fresh coriander); 1/4 c. whole small cilantro (coriander leaves)

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. grated peeled fresh ginger
4 x garlic cloves crushed
1 Tbsp. grnd turmeric
1 sm red chili pepper seeded and minced
2 Tbsp. white vinegar
2 Tbsp. peanut oil
2 x onions minced
1 lb jumbo shrimp (king prawns) peeled, deveined, tails intact
2 x tomatoes minced
3/4 c. coconut lowfat milk
2 tsp freshly-cracked black pepper
2 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro (fresh coriander)
1/4 c. whole small cilantro (coriander leaves)

1
Place ginger, garlic, turmeric, chili pepper, and vinegar in food processor or possibly blender.
2
Process to create paste.
3
In wok over medium-high heat, hot peanut oil.
4
Add in onions and spice paste and stir-fry till onions soften, 2 to 3 min.
5
Add in shrimp and stir-fry till shrimp change color, 3 to 4 min.
6
Stir in tomatoes and cook till soft, about 2 min.
7
Add in coconut lowfat milk, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer till sauce thickens slightly and shrimp are tender, 6 to 8 min.
8
Stir in pepper and minced cilantro.
9
Serve warm, garnished with cilantro leaves.
10
This recipe yields 4 servings.

393

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. grated peeled fresh ginger, 4 x garlic cloves crushed, 1 Tbsp. grnd turmeric, 1 sm red chili pepper seeded and minced, and more.

Yes, Braised Shrimp In Ginger Coconut Sauce Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!