Easy One-Pot Shrimp Coconut Curry Recipe

If you are looking for an easy one-pot meal option during fasting periods, this Shrimp Coconut Curry is excellent! It’s a simple and delicious meal suitable for the entire family.

Bursting with flavor yet not spicy, it’s perfect for serving to adults and children alike.

The ingredients used are all common household staples typically found in the American kitchen, which makes it extremely convenient.

If you’re an Orthodox Christian and looking for more fasting options, check out this post: Fasting Recipes and Meal Ideas

Easy One-Pot Shrimp Coconut Curry – Orthodox Fasting Meal

This tasty Shrimp dish is a perfect option for fasting Orthodox Christians. It's not spicy either so it works great as a family dinner entree!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course dinner, entree, Main Course

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp  ginger, minced
• 1-2 Tbsp curry powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 3/4 tsp cumin
• 1 Tbsp coconut oil
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• cooked rice of your choice

Instructions

 

• Peel and devein the shrimp if not done already. Chop the onion, garlic, and ginger.
• In a large pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
• Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
• Add the cumin, curry powder, and turmeric powder to the pan. Stir well to coat the onions, garlic, and ginger with the spices.
• Add the diced tomatoes and coconut milk to the pan. Stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
• Add the shrimp to the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and opaque.
• Add salt to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot over cooked rice.

Keyword fasting meal, One pot, Shrimp Coconut Curry

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