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Creamy Coconut Curry Shrimp Recipe with Jasmine Rice and Basil

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A quick and easy creamy coconut curry shrimp served over fluffy jasmine rice with fresh basil, perfect for a comforting and flavorful dinner in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian option)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 cup (180g) uncooked jasmine rice
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, chopped or whole
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
  • Optional: chili flakes for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice with 1 1/4 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
  2. While the rice cooks, finely chop the onion, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to release flavors.
  5. Slowly pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Add shrimp to the skillet and simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking.
  8. Turn off heat and stir in fresh basil leaves.
  9. Serve the creamy coconut curry shrimp over jasmine rice. Garnish with extra basil or chili flakes if desired.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth to loosen. If too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce. Watch shrimp carefully to avoid overcooking. Use full-fat coconut milk for best creamy texture. Fresh basil added last preserves aroma and flavor.

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Keywords: coconut curry shrimp, creamy curry, jasmine rice, Thai basil, easy dinner, quick shrimp recipe, weeknight meal

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