Quick And Easy Skillet Curried Shrimp And Bell Pepp

Name: Quick And Easy Skillet Curried Shrimp And Bell Pepper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs uncooked medium shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (optional add in for more heat); 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 -2 teaspoon Thai red curry paste (or to taste); 1 teaspoon curry powder (or to taste); 1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; black pepper; salt (optional); chopped green onion (optional); cooked rice

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs uncooked medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 - 1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (optional add in for more heat)
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 -2 teaspoon Thai red curry paste (or to taste)
1 teaspoon curry powder (or to taste)
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
black pepper
salt (optional)
chopped green onion (optional)
cooked rice

1
In a bowl combine the peeled shrimp with ginger and garlic; toss to combine.
2
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet (or wok) over medium-high heat.
3
Add in shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes or until pink, stirring occasionally (the shrimp will not be cooked through) remove to a plate and set aside.
4
Add in the bell pepper, curry paste and curry powder (and chili flakes if using) to the skillet; cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally.
5
Stir in coconut milk, soy sauce and brown sugar; cook stirring for about 3 minutes or until the curry paste dissolves.
6
Add in the partially cooked shrimp back into the skillet, season with black pepper and salt if desired and cook for 2 minutes.
7
Serve over hot cooked rice.
8
Sprinkle with chopped green onions if desired.

285

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs uncooked medium shrimp (peeled and deveined), 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger, 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste), 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Quick And Easy Skillet Curried Shrimp And Bell Pepper 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.

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Quick And Easy Skillet Curried Shrimp And Bell Pepper

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