Coconut Curry Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Coconut Curry Shrimp Tacos are a delightful fusion of flavors, combining tender shrimp with a rich coconut curry sauce. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

The recipe is simple and can be customized with your favorite toppings such as fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and crunchy cabbage for added texture.

Delicious Coconut Curry Shrimp Tacos

This recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a creamy coconut curry sauce, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink (about 3-4 minutes).
Add Curry Flavor: Stir in the curry powder and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Add lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble Tacos: Spoon the coconut curry shrimp mixture onto each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage and fresh cilantro.
Serve: Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.