Best Ever Shrimp Curry Recipe: Easy, Rich, Aromatic & Irresistibly Delicious
This shrimp curry recipe is rich, aromatic, and ready in 30 minutes! Juicy shrimp simmered in creamy coconut milk with garam masala, paprika, and fresh lemon. Gluten-free, dairy-free (use coconut oil), and perfect over rice or naan. A restaurant-quality meal made easy for weeknights or special occasions!
Equipment
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled, deveined, tails removed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 Garlic Cloves minced
- 2 Ripe Tomatoes Blended
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 lemon
- Fresh Cilantro Chopped, for garnishing
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add 1 tbsp of Butter and sear the shrimp
- Pat shrimp dry and sauté for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter to the skillet. Sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in blended tomatoes, garam masala, paprika, curry powder, chili flakes, and salt. Cook 5–7 minutes until thickened into a paste.
- Pour in coconut milk, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook 3–4 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes until heated through
- Squeeze lemon juice over the curry and garnish with cilantro.
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Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe
Nutrition
Calories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 198mgSodium: 1075mgPotassium: 612mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1583IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 2mg
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