Description
A delightful blend of flavors featuring tender shrimp and a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- 1 cup coconut milk (canned)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by peeling and deveining the shrimp, slicing the red bell pepper and green onions, and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced red bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add the peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and crushed peanuts. Serve warm over rice or noodles.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- For gluten-free, opt for tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Consider adding vegetables like broccoli or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Thai Peanut Shrimp, Skillet Recipe, Quick Dinner, Shrimp Recipe