Coconut Curry Shrimp Tacos Recipe

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

These Coconut Curry Shrimp Tacos are a delicious fusion of flavors, combining the richness of coconut milk with the warmth of curry spices. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile choice for taco lovers.

Flavorful Coconut Curry Shrimp Tacos

This dish features succulent shrimp cooked in a creamy coconut curry sauce, served in warm tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup diced mango
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Make the Curry Sauce: In the same skillet, add coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir until well coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Prepare the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with the coconut curry shrimp mixture.
Add Toppings: Top the tacos with shredded cabbage, diced mango, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.