Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry
Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry brings tender, juicy shrimp and crisp peppers together in a creamy coconut sauce layered with aromatic red curry paste, gentle heat from jalapeño, and a touch of sweetness. Lime and Thai basil brighten each bite, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner or a cozy meal served over steamed rice.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 16
- Heart Health
- 59
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno, and cook until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to move the veggies to a bowl and set aside.
- 2
Lower the heat to medium and add the coconut milk, curry paste, brown sugar, and fish sauce to the pan. Whisk to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
- 3
Stir together cornstarch and water in a small bowl; whisk until dissolved. Add to the sauce and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Pat the shrimp dry and add to the sauce along with the cooked veggies. Let the curry simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through and opaque, 3 to 5 minutes. Top with Thai basil and serve with lime wedges.
- Calories 245.78 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 28.32 g Good Source 57%
- Carbohydrate 18.81 g 7%
- Total Fat 6.64 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 1.96 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 273.29 mg High 91%
- Sodium 866.28 mg High 38%
- Dietary Fiber 1.85 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 7.82 g --
- Added Sugars 0.24 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 153.82 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 1.11 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 178.36 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 78.07 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 56.5 mg Good Source 63%
- Vitamin D 0.98 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Corn 🌽
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Cornstarch, Diced Jalapeño Peppers, and Fish Sauce. Each serving provides about 245.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Cornstarch, Diced Jalapeño Peppers, Fish Sauce, Fresh Basil. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 245.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry healthy?
- Shrimp in Red Coconut Curry has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 245.78 calories and 28.32 g of protein, or 57% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 866.28 mg (38% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.96 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Fish, Corn and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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