South Pacific Shrimp Recipe

Name: South Pacific Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup coconut milk; 2 serrano chilies or 2 jalapeno peppers, preferably red, seeded and minced; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (30-40 per pound); 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup diced seeded tomatoes; 4 cups Baby Spinach

Servings: persons

1/3 cup coconut milk
2 serrano chilies or 2 jalapeno peppers, preferably red, seeded and minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (30-40 per pound)
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup diced seeded tomatoes
4 cups Baby Spinach

1
Combine coconut milk, chiles, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, lime juice and brown sugar in a medium bowl.
2
Add shrimp and toss to coat, cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes, tossing occasionally. Drain well, reserving marinade.
3
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, add shrimp and cook, turning once, until barely pink, about 30 seconds per side; transfer to a plate.
4
Add tomato and spinach to the pan; cook, stirring, until the spinach starts to wilt, about 30 seconds.
5
Add the reserved marinade; simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
6
Return the shrimp and any accumulated juices to the pan; heat through.
7
Serve immediately.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup coconut milk, 2 serrano chilies or 2 jalapeno peppers, preferably red, seeded and minced, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, South Pacific 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

South Pacific Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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