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.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
