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Easy Thai Shrimp Curry with Green Curry Paste

Easy Thai Shrimp Curry with Green Curry Paste in 20 Minutes

A quick and easy Thai shrimp curry featuring green curry paste, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Substitute with coconut oil for a tropical twist.
  • 3 tablespoons Thai Green Curry Paste Can substitute with red curry paste.
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Can substitute with chicken or tofu.
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass Minced or substitute with lemongrass paste.
  • 2-3 Kaffir Lime Leaves Can omit if unavailable.
  • 14 ounces Coconut Milk Full-fat is best.
  • 1 cup Green Beans Substitute with other vegetables if desired.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Palm Sugar Brown sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Fish Sauce Soy sauce can replace for a vegetarian option.
  • to taste Green Chilies Omit for a milder dish.
  • to taste Cilantro Fresh herb for garnish, swap with Thai basil if necessary.
  • 1 Lime Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Medium pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat and sauté the Thai green curry paste for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add minced lemongrass, shrimp, and kaffir lime leaves; cook until shrimp turns pink, about 2 minutes.
  3. Incorporate coconut milk and green beans; bring to a gentle boil for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low, add fish sauce, and simmer for another 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Finish with green chilies, chopped cilantro, and squeezed lime juice; stir and heat for 1 minute.
  6. Serve over jasmine rice or noodles, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor balance, taste and adjust seasoning. Store leftovers properly for best results.

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