🥥🍤 Coconut Lime Shrimp with Jasmine Rice 🍚🌿
🍽️ A fragrant, tropical dish featuring juicy shrimp in a creamy coconut-lime sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice. Perfect for a light dinner or summer lunch!
📋 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🦐 For the Coconut Lime Shrimp:
1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil 🫒🥥
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional) 🌱
1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) coconut milk 🥥
Zest of 1 lime 🍈
Juice of 1–1.5 limes (to taste) 🍋
1 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce 🧂
1 tsp brown sugar or honey 🍯
1–2 tsp sriracha or chili flakes (optional, for heat) 🌶️
Salt & pepper, to taste 🧂
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
Lime wedges, for garnish 🍈
🍚 For the Jasmine Rice:
1 cup jasmine rice (uncooked) 🍚
1 ½ cups water 💧
Pinch of salt 🧂
🔪 Preparation
🍚 Cook the Jasmine Rice:
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents it from becoming sticky. 💦
In a saucepan, combine 1 cup rice and 1½ cups water with a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. 🍲
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. 🍴
🍤 Cook the Coconut Lime Shrimp:
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic (and ginger if using) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. 🌶️🧄
Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside. 🍤
In the same skillet, pour in the coconut milk, lime zest, lime juice, fish sauce/soy sauce, brown sugar, and sriracha/chili flakes if using. Stir well to combine. 🥥🍈
Simmer gently for 5 minutes to thicken slightly and meld flavors. 👃
Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Stir to coat in the sauce and cook for 1–2 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 🧂
Stir in chopped cilantro right before serving. 🌿
🍽️ To Serve:
Place a scoop of jasmine rice on each plate. 🍚
Spoon the creamy coconut lime shrimp over the rice. 🍤🥥
Garnish with lime wedges and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. 🌿🍈
Optional: Serve with a side of steamed or sautéed greens like bok choy or snap peas for extra color and nutrition. 🥬🌱
🔥 Cooking Tips:
Don't overcook the shrimp—they cook quickly and turn rubbery if overdone. Remove from heat once they turn pink and firm. ⏲️
Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest flavor and creamiest texture. 🥥
Adjust lime and sugar to balance the sweet-tangy flavor to your taste. 🍋🍯
Add toasted shredded coconut on top for a tropical crunch. 🥥✨
🎨 Presentation Suggestions:
Serve in shallow bowls to show off the creamy sauce. 🍽️
Garnish with a few whole cilantro leaves and a lime wheel for a restaurant-style look. 🍃🍈
For an elegant dinner, serve with a chilled white wine like Sauvignon Blanc. 🍷
🌟 Enjoy your Coconut Lime Shrimp with Jasmine Rice!
Light, luscious, and packed with flavor — it's a little tropical escape on a plate. 🏝️🍤🍚💚