Shrimp in Yellow Sauce Recipe

Name: Shrimp in Yellow Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 each red chili peppers fresh, seeded, chopped; 1 each red onion chopped; 1 stalk lemongrass thick stalk, chopped; 1 inch galangal root substitute, chopped ginger; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup coconut milk; 14-16 large shrimp raw, peeled, deveined; 8 leaves basil thai basil leaves; 2 teaspoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon fish sauce; 1 each scallions, spring or green onions including some green top, cut into thin strips; 1 x cilantro fresh

Servings: persons

2 each red chili peppers fresh, seeded, chopped
1 each red onion chopped
1 stalk lemongrass thick stalk, chopped
1 inch galangal root substitute, chopped ginger
1/2 cup water
1 cup coconut milk
14-16 large shrimp raw, peeled, deveined
8 leaves basil thai basil leaves
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 each scallions, spring or green onions including some green top, cut into thin strips
1 x cilantro fresh

1
Using a small food processor, mix to a paste chiles, red onion, lemon grass, and galangal.
2
Transfer to a wok and heat, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes, then stir in water and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat and simmer 3 to 4 minutes until most of the water has evaporated.
4
Stir in coconut milk and shrimp and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes until shrimp are just firm and pink.
5
Stir in basil leaves, lime juice, and fish sauce.
6
Sprinkle green onion over shrimp.
7
Serve sprinkled liberally with fresh coriander.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 each red chili peppers fresh, seeded, chopped, 1 each red onion chopped, 1 stalk lemongrass thick stalk, chopped, 1 inch galangal root substitute, chopped ginger, and more.

Yes, Shrimp in Yellow Sauce 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!

Shrimp in Yellow Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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