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One Pot Coconut Curry Shrimp

Published: December 27, 2018
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Homemade coconut curry shrimp is so easy anyone can make it. It’s just as good or better than take-out, and much cheaper. This absolutely delicious, healthy and easy Coconut Shrimp Curry is cooked in one pot for a weeknight meal in less than 30 minutes. Coconut Curry Shrimp in a wok cooking with vegetables

Coconut Shrimp Curry Recipe

You may not think of One Pot Coconut Shrimp Curry as part of a balanced nutrient-rich meal, and still taste amazingly wonderful at the same time. Well, prepare to be amazed by this curry recipe made with fresh veggies, ginger, coconut milk, and Greek yogurt with red curried shrimp.

Within this recipe post, you’ll make a flavorful curry dish, with just a few ingredients. Plus you’ll learn a simple trick to infuse stronger flavors of curry or other spices into your cooking.

Process shot of Coconut Curry Shrimp cooking in a wok

Why this one pot curry is so yummy

It comes together in a snap (not talking about the peas here) and can be cooked in one pot. Curry powder is an ingredient that goes a long way to flavor dishes and is the star of this coconut shrimp curry. I have a tip to infuse the flavor into the food even more, so be sure to read the cooking tips section below.

It wouldn’t be coconut shrimp curry without coconut of course. Canned coconut milk adds a lovely creamy texture and flavor.

A process shot of Coconut Curry Shrimp with snow peas and bell peppers cooking in a wok

How to Make Coconut Curry Shrimp

  1. Heat coconut oil to medium-high heat in a large skillet, stir-fry pan or wok. Add garlic and onion, saute for 4-5 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add the shrimp, curry powder, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir to evenly coat and cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp is opaque white.
  3. Reduce to medium heat and add snow peas, ginger, yogurt, and coconut milk. Stir to combine and bring to a low boil.
  4. Remove from heat and serve. 

Tips for Making this Recipe

  • Make sure to add the spices to the oil and not the liquid. As I said before it makes a big difference to the flavor.
  • If you’re serving this with rice or noodles, cook them ahead of time according to package instructions.
  • Feel free to add extra heat in the form of fresh chilies or chili powder. Make sure to add them with the shrimp and veggies while cooking.
  • You could use sugar snap peas or green peas instead or in addition to snow peas
  • Use high-quality wild-caught shrimp (fresh or frozen) for best flavor and texture. Cheaper varieties often hold a lot of water and shrink when cooking.

Should I use curry powder or paste?

You can use dry either curry powder or curry paste when making curry recipes. I prefer the powder as it coats and incorporates better into other ingredients. The flavor of curry can vary by brand, but most likely you’ll have to use more paste to match the flavor of powder.

An overhead shot of prepared Coconut Curry Shrimp in a black bowl with veggies next to chop sticks

Ingredients for Shrimp Curry

  • Shrimp: Lots of lean protein and seafood flavor. Use wild-caught for best quality.
  • Red curry powder: The main flavor of this dish. Just a little bit is needed.
  • Canned coconut milk, or coconut cream: The base for the curry sauce
  • Greek yogurt: Adds creaminess to the sauce as well as extra protein
  • Coconut oil: Used for pan frying veggies and shrimp, also adds coconut flavor
  • Onion and garlic: A wonderful combination that adds flavor to almost any savory dish
  • Bell pepper, carrot and snow peas: Veggies add wholesome flavor and color
  • Fresh ginger: A common ingredient that punches up curries and Asian dishes

The ingredients I used make this a Thai shrimp curry. With just a few different spices and ingredients you can make Indian curry shrimp or Jamaican curry shrimp.

How to Flavor Food with Curry

  • A little bit of curry goes a long way. Usually, only 1 to 2 tablespoons are all you need for a curry recipe
  • Heat it in a bit of oil to bring out more flavor
  • It’s bests cooked with ingredients such as meat or veggies to infuse flavor, instead of added to a liquid or sauce

Certain spices and herbs are fat-soluble (instead of water-soluble). This means the flavors are stronger (bloom) depending on how you cook them. Cook the spices in some sort of oil first, instead of just adding it to the liquid after.

Pro Tip: To get the most curry flavor, add it to the shrimp and coconut oil as it cooks. In a test by America’s Test Kitchen, herb-infused oil had 10 times the amount of flavor compared to the same ratio of herbs in water.

Serving Suggestions

Try serving over cooked brown rice, jasmine rice, cauliflower rice, pasta, rice noodles, or even baked sweet potatoes.

Alternately, double the sauce portion to make this a curry soup.

How to store leftovers: Store in a sealed container the fridge for 1 to 3 days. This recipe can easily be doubled and freezes well for longer storage. It’s best to freeze the curry without rice or pasta.

Dietary Options and Substitutions

  • Gluten-free: Serve over rice or rice noodles
  • Low-carb and keto curry: Serve over cauliflower rice 
  • Vegetarian or vegan: Substitute the shrimp with tofu
  • Dairy-free and Whole30: Replace Greek yogurt with extra coconut milk
  • If allergic to shrimp: Use chicken breast to make this a chicken curry

More delicious curries you might like:

Recipe at-a-glance

Flavor profiles: Sweet and rich flavors of curry and coconut milk paired with delicate shrimp
Texture: Soft, moist and super chewy.

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One Pot Coconut Curry Shrimp cooking in stir-fry pan
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One Pot Coconut Shrimp Curry

Coconut curry shrimp in one pot as an easy weeknight meal. Made with fresh veggies, ginger, coconut milk and Greek yogurt with curried shrimp.
Course Entree
Cuisine Asian, Seafood
Keyword coconut curry shrimp, curry shrimp, one pot curry, shrimp curry
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Calories 291kcal
Servings 6
Author: Matt Ivan
Did you know? Servings and ingredient amounts can be adjusted on all my recipes. Click the green number above to change.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 pounds wild-caught shrimp, defrosted (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large carrot, shredded
  • 2 cups snow peas
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • ⅔ cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup canned coconut milk
  • Cooked rice or noodles, optional

Instructions

  • Heat coconut oil to medium-high heat in a large skillet, stir-fry pan or wok. Add garlic and onion, saute for 4-5 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the shrimp, curry powder, bell pepper and carrots. Stir to evenly coat and cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp is opaque white.
  • Reduce to medium heat and add snow peas, ginger, yogurt and coconut milk. Stir to combine and bring to a low boil. Remove from heat and serve over cooked brown rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles.

Notes

  • For dairy-free or Whole30, substitute yogurt with extra 1/4 cup of coconut milk
  • Make sure to add the spices to the oil and not the liquid. As I said before it makes a big difference to the flavor!
  • If you're serving this with rice or noodles cook them ahead of time according to packet instructions.
  • Feel free to add extra heat in the form of fresh chilies or powder. Make sure to add them with the shrimp and veggies.
  • You could use sugar snap peas or peas instead of snow peas
  • Use high-quality wild-caught shrimp (fresh or frozen) for best flavor. Cheaper varieties often hold a lot of water and shrink a lot when cooking.
  • How to store leftovers: Store in a sealed container the fridge for 1 to 3 days. This recipe can easily be doubled and freezes well for longer storage. It's best to freeze the curry without rice or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
One Pot Coconut Shrimp Curry
Amount Per Serving
Calories 291 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 382mg127%
Sodium 1198mg52%
Potassium 416mg12%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 35g70%
Vitamin A 3215IU64%
Vitamin C 64.3mg78%
Calcium 278mg28%
Iron 4.6mg26%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  2. Great recipe! I know this is probably a longshot but do you think there’s any way that this could be made ahead of time, possibly the day before or a week prior and freeze? It’s for a large group on an RV trip. It is too complicated to cook for that many people in an RV. I was hoping that maybe I could cook the vegetables prior and then use a crockpot? I know shrimp is touchy and you don’t want to overcook it. Any suggestions? Thank you!

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    1. Thanks Lori. Those are great questions. The main concern with freezing is that the yogurt may separate when defrosted. I suppose you can sub that with more coconut milk. Or you could prep and freeze the veggies ahead of time like you said. Then assemble everything else and slow cook. I’m curious to try that myself as I love slow cooking!

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      1. I’ve gone to two grocery stores and can’t find Silk dairy free yogurt. Can I use Greek yogurt? Or will it have a curtling effect in the dish?

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  9. my sister in law made this and it was delicious! everyone went back for second helpings.
    now i want to try my own hand at it

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  14. Can’t wait to try this! Do you think I could sub plain Greek yogurt? I know the taste can be a little sour so not sure if that will work ?

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    1. Hi Cheyenne. I haven’t tried that but you probably could. The recipe is a bit sweet to counter the sour, or add a bit more honey if needed.

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  15. Made this tonight and it was amazing!! I can’t wait for leftovers tomorrow! Love love love! Thank you Sao much for this recipe!

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  17. 5 stars
    Oh, how I want to love this! I’m such a wuss when it comes to spices, but I think if I tone it back a little I can still (really) enjoy it 😀 This dish just looks so amazingly savory – and, of course, there’s shrimp involved, my one true weakness!

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  19. We make one pot meals all the time, but we never do anything with shrimp and I’m not sure why! I think I’ll definitely have to try making your one pot coconut curry shrimp dish–it looks incredible!

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