Thai Shrimp Curry Recipe – Thai Special
This straightforward Thai Shrimp Curry recipe is packed with delightful layers of flavor and remarkably simple to make. Adjust the spiciness according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time5 min
- Cook Time25 min
- Total Time30 min
Thai Shrimp Curry Ingredients :
- 1.5 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
- 2 Tbsp oil
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 4-6 Tbsp Thai red curry paste (see notes for different “HOT” levels)
- 4-5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp ginger, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, cored and diced into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cored and diced into chunks
- 1 15oz can coconut milk
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp fish sauce
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- cilantro, chopped
- scallion, chopped
- red chili pepper, chopped
- fresh basil leaves
How to Make Thai Shrimp Curry
Heat oil over medium-high heat in a pan and sauté shallots for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in Thai red curry paste and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring continuously. Add ginger and garlic, cooking for an additional couple of minutes.
Add bell peppers and sauté for 5 minutes until they begin to soften. Pour in coconut milk, 1/2 cup water, soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer for 5-8 minutes.
Stir in basil leaves. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference. Optionally, add more curry paste, soy sauce, or sugar if desired, and simmer for a few more minutes.
Add shrimp and cook for 5-6 minutes until they are cooked through. Stir in lime juice. Garnish with your choice of garnishes and serve immediately with warm jasmine or basmati rice.
