Description
Experience the enchanting flavors of Pumpkin Coconut Shrimp Curry, where succulent shrimp meet a creamy pumpkin and coconut sauce infused with aromatic spices. This vibrant dish is perfect for cozy nights or entertaining guests, offering a taste of tropical paradise right at home. Serve it over steamed rice or warm naan for a fulfilling meal that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, deveined (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and coconut milk; simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in red curry paste, adjusting spice level to taste.
- Fold in shrimp and cook until pink and opaque (about 5-7 minutes).
- Before serving, squeeze lime juice over the curry and garnish with cilantro. Serve hot with rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 215mg