Spicy Shrimp in Coconut Milk

Coconut and cilantro are a popular duo. The herb is a favorite in Thailand and India.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup oil
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 tbsp of minced garlic
• 2 tsp of minced fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp of coriander
• ¼ tsp of cumin
• ¼ Tsp of cinnamon
• 1⁄8 tsp of cayenne
• 1⁄8 tsp of turmeric
• 1 cup drained canned tomato
• 2 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk
• ½ cup water
• 1 tsp of salt
• 1 ½ lbs large shrimp, peeled and cleaned
• ¾ cup fresh cilantro
• lime wedge, for serving

Directions:

Heat oil in a skillet on med-hi heat

Add onions and stir cook for 3 minutes

Add garlic and ginger, cook 2 minutes

Add next 5 spices, cook 1 minute

Add tomatoes, cook 1 minute

Add coconut milk, water, and salt, and bring to a simmer

Simmer until thickened 5-10 minutes

Add shrimp, simmer, stirring for 5 minutes

Stir in cilantro

Serve with white rice and lime wedges