Authentic Thai Shrimp Curry Recipe - Easy & Flavorful

INGREDIENTS

1 can (14 ounces) unsweetened coconut milk, divided 1 teaspoon Thai red curry paste 1/3 cup water 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon fish sauce Peel of 1 lime, finely chopped 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced Hot cooked jasmine rice Fresh pineapple wedges (optional) 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts (optional)

PREPARATION:

1. Pour half of coconut milk into large skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook 5 to 6 minutes; oil may start to rise to surface. Stir in curry paste. Cook and stir 2 minutes.
2. Stir together remaining coconut milk and water. Add to skillet with brown sugar, fish sauce and lime peel. Cook over medium-low heat 10 to 15 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly.
3. Add shrimp and basil; reduce heat to low. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Serve over jasmine rice; garnish with pineapple and peanuts.

This recipe appears in: Thai