Tiki-Style Spiced Coconut Shrimp Stir Fry

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Succulent shrimp stir-fried in a spiced coconut sauce with vibrant bell peppers and snap peas for a quick tropical-inspired dinner. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, coconut milk, red bell pepper 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp minced ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1 tbsp red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper and 1 cup snap peas, stirring to combine.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 3/4 cup coconut milk, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp brown sugar, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, and serve immediately over steamed rice for a vibrant tiki-inspired meal.

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