Tiki-Style Coconut and Pineapple Shrimp Stir Fry
A vibrant stir fry combining succulent shrimp, sweet pineapple, and creamy coconut milk with island-inspired spices for an exotic dinner. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, fresh pineapple chunks, full fat coconut milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 cup, fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup, full fat coconut milk
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 2 stalks, sliced green onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, freshly grated ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled shrimp to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start turning pink.
- Step 3: Toss in 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks, 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, and 2 sliced green onion stalks. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, and 1/2 tsp salt. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp and vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a tropical-inspired meal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Tiki-Style Coconut and Pineapple Shrimp Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Tiki-Style Coconut and Pineapple Shrimp Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh pineapple chunks from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tiki-Style Coconut and Pineapple Shrimp Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Tiki-Style Coconut and Pineapple Shrimp Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Tiki-Style Coconut and Pineapple Shrimp Stir Fry?
Asian Fusion stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
