Coconut Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Name: Coconut Garlic Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp (cooked 2 minutes and peeled); 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 8 minced garlic cloves; 6 scallions, chopped (green and white parts); 2 tablespoons fresh ginger (grated); 2 tablespoons rum (Tortuga); 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 cup coconut milk; 1 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or any HOT sauce)

Servings: persons

1 lb large shrimp (cooked 2 minutes and peeled)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
8 minced garlic cloves
6 scallions, chopped (green and white parts)
2 tablespoons fresh ginger (grated)
2 tablespoons rum (Tortuga)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or any HOT sauce)

1
Precook the shrimp in a skillet over medium heat until BARELY pink. Let cool and peel, set aside for later.
2
In a large skillet, mix the olive oil and butter and heat until the butter has melted. Stir in the garlic, scallions, and ginger and make sure everything is coated evenly.
3
Saute over medium-low heat until the garlic and scallions are soft but not brown.
4
Stir in the Rum, and lime juice. Cook for one minute, and then add the Tabasco sauce, garlic pepper, and coconut milk, stirring well.
5
Reduce heat and cook for two minutes. Meanwhile combine the cornstarch with the 2 tablespoons of water and mix to make a paste. When you are done combine the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir well.
6
Add the shrimp and cook for a minute or two until the sauce slightly thickens. Serve right away over white rice, and enjoy!
7
(serves 4 as a side dish).

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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: 1 lb large shrimp (cooked 2 minutes and peeled), 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter, 8 minced garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Coconut Garlic Shrimp 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.

Coconut Garlic Shrimp

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