Creamy Coconut Shrimp Skillet
Creamy Coconut Shrimp Skillet is the ultimate 1-pan dinner that's ready in 30 minutes. Featuring sautéed shrimp, aromatics, and sweet corn simmered in a rich red curry coconut sauce.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Thai
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4
- 1 lb. peeled and deviened raw shrimp, tails removed
- 3/4 tsp. kosher salt, divided
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 3/4 cup fresh corn kernels (from 1 cob)
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp. Thai red curry paste
- 1 (13.5-oz.) can coconut milk
- 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar (or lime juice)
- 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
For Serving (optional)
- Long-grain white rice, such as Jasmine or Basmati
- Rice noodles
Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and season evenly with 1/4 tsp. each of salt and black pepper.Heat 2 Tbsp. of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the pan and cook for 3 minutes. Flip, and cook 1 more minute, until cooked through. Transfer shrimp to a plate. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 Tbsp. oil. Add corn, bell pepper, and shallots; cook 4 to 5 minutes, until the pepper and onion soften. Stir in garlic and Thai red curry paste; cook 1 more minute.
Add coconut milk and gently simmer for 5 minutes. Add shrimp back to pan, along with rice vinegar (or lime), fresh basil, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt. Cook 1 more minute to rewarm shrimp. Serve over rice or rice noodles.
- To Store: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- To Reheat: Gently reheat leftovers in a skillet over medium heat. Alternatively, reheat individual portions in the microwave in 30 second increments, stopping to stir each time.
- To Freeze: Freeze in an airtight freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. The texture of the shrimp may change once thawed, but it should still have great flavor!
Serving: 1.25cups | Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10.5g | Sodium: 1005mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g