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Coconut Curry Shrimp

Savory Coconut Curry Shrimp – Quick One-Pot Delight

Enjoy this Coconut Curry Shrimp, a quick one-pot meal that combines juicy shrimp with vibrant vegetables in a creamy coconut sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil substitute with grapeseed, vegetable, or canola oil
  • 1 large yellow onion sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers cut into strips
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin or toasted whole cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme or dried
For Creaminess and Seasoning
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat
  • 1 cup seafood or chicken stock or water
  • to taste salt
  • to taste ground black pepper
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with a pinch of salt, ground black pepper, and a generous sprinkle of Jamaican curry powder. Toss to coat and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 5–8 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until aromatic.
  4. Mix in the remaining Jamaican curry powder, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper, stirring for about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle boil, then add the diced potatoes. Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes.
  6. Once the potatoes are tender, gently add the seasoned shrimp to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  7. Turn off the heat, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and is a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal that is both dairy-free and quick to prepare.

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