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Coconut Lime Shrimp with Brown Rice
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of light coconut milk
- 2 limes, juiced and zested
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 4 cups of cooked brown rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and honey. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the coconut lime sauce over the cooked shrimp in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Divide the cooked brown rice among 4 plates. Top each with an equal portion of the coconut lime shrimp and sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot. Enjoy!
Coconut Lime Shrimp with Brown Rice is a tropical delight that combines the flavors of coconut, zesty lime, and succulent shrimp with the nuttiness of brown rice. This dish has its roots in the coastal regions of Southeast Asia, where fresh seafood and coconut are abundant. Renowned chefs like David Thompson and Nahm have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists. The key to a perfect Coconut Lime Shrimp with Brown Rice lies in the balance of flavors - the creaminess of coconut, the tang of lime, and the freshness of the shrimp. For the best version of this dish, head to beachside restaurants in Thailand or Vietnam, where the seafood is freshly caught and the coconuts are plucked straight from the trees. To make this dish at home, ensure that the shrimp is cooked just right and the brown rice is fluffy and aromatic. Whether enjoyed in a bustling street market or a high-end restaurant, Coconut Lime Shrimp with Brown Rice is a dish that captures the essence of tropical cuisine.
35 min
4
380 calories
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