Curry Shrimp Recipe Made In One Pan And Takes Just 10 Minutes To Prep

This coconut curry shrimp is an incredibly easy-to-make one-pan meal that tastes as if it came from a high-end restaurant! Seriously, every slurp of this stuff is packed with so much umami flavor, you'll be hooked on it from the moment your tongue tastes it. Plus, it comes together in a flash. Just 10 minutes of prep work and 5 simple steps are all you need to make it.

The Best Curry Shrimp Recipe

Curry is a seasoning that is usually an acquired taste, but this coconut curry shrimp is a dish even the pickiest eaters will love.

Perfectly pan-fried shrimp is mixed in the most delicious creamy curry sauce and then combined with spinach and broccoli to make it a complete meal.

How good does that sound?!

Honestly, it's so damn delicious that you won't believe you can make this curry shrimp recipe in only 30 minutes! And the end result of this recipe looks - and tastes - like a much more complicated dish, so it's perfect to impress any guests you might be hosting.

Now, having said all of that, this Jamaican curry shrimp is delicious on its own. But, if you want to make something to go along with it, you can take the deliciousness level of it up another notch and easily make this Instant Pot sushi rice, Instant Pot coconut rice, or Mediterranean rice to go along with it. 

Ingredients

The ingredient list to make this curry shrimp recipe might look a bit long at first, but don't be intimidated! Almost every ingredient you'll be using to make it is a kitchen/pantry staple. And any of the ingredients you don't have will be easily found at any grocery store.

Anyway, here's everything you'll need to make the best shrimp curry:

• 1 tbsp. Olive Oil
• 1 Lb. Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ½ Red Bell Pepper, sliced
• 1 Garlic Clove, minced
• 1 tbsp. Ginger, minced
• 1 cup Broccoli, chopped
• 1 tbsp. Red Curry Paste (or curry powder)
• 1 14 oz. Coconut Milk
• 2 cups Baby Spinach
• ¼ cup Green Onions, sliced
• Salt to taste
• 1 Lime (optional)
• Cilantro

Pretty basic stuff, right?

And you can use a lot of these same ingredients to make this Red Lobster shrimp scampi, so you'll definitely want to check that out next!

Ingredient Substitutions & Recommendations

Now, just a few tips before you jump right into the preparation of the Jamaican curry shrimp.

You can use fresh shrimp or frozen shrimp, but personally, I prefer fresh. Also, remember to peel and deveined them if needed before you start cooking them.

As far as the peppers go, you can also use any color of bell peppers that you want. However, if you're trying to make things look as delicious as possible, I recommend using a mix of red, green, orange, and yellow! All of the colors go a long way in brightening up the dish.

Oh, and another key point to getting the most delicious outcome is the type of curry you use. You can substitute the red curry paste with curry powder if you only have curry powder. With that said though, the curry paste goes better with creamy coconut milk than the curry powder does. So, definitely try to find it at the store if you can.

Also, if you do end up using curry powder, then I recommend you taste the sauce before adding the shrimp. You may need to add some extra curry powder to get that flavor kick you're looking for in a dish like this one.

Now, grab your ingredients, and let's get cooking.

How to Make Curry Shrimp

This Jamaican curry shrimp is really one of the easiest shrimp recipes you can make for how flavorful it is. 

Getting this much flavor typically requires a lot of steps, but this one-pan meal proves otherwise. I mean, just 5 steps are all you have to follow to make this curry from scratch, so it really doesn't get much easier than this. 

Anyway, let's not waste another second and get into how to make curry shrimp!

Step 1: Preparing the Shrimp

First, you will want to rinse the shrimp and pat it dry to extract the water. This will help the shrimp cook better and absorb more flavor. Once dry, season them with salt and pepper.

If you're using frozen shrimp, thaw them fully submerged in a bowl of cold water for 20-30 minutes. Then, pat them dry, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Cooking the Shrimp

Next, in a non-stick large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the seasoned shrimp to it in a single layer. Then, cook the shrimp for a few minutes on both sides until they turn red.

Once done, reserve the seasoned shrimp for later.

Step 3: Cooking the Veggies

Now, in the same skillet - and at the same heat - add a bit more olive oil. Wait a few seconds until it heats, then add the bell peppers, garlic, and fresh ginger to the skillet.

Let everything cook for about 10 minutes, stirring the ingredients frequently until the veggies are tender.

Next, add the broccoli and cook for a minute or two more.

Step 4: Make the Curry

Now add the curry paste or curry powder to the veggie mix and continue to cook for a few more minutes.

Then, add the coconut milk and mix everything together. Cook everything for around 10 minutes on medium-low heat or until the sauce starts to reduce.

Also, just keep in mind, if you're using curry powder, this is when you'll want to taste the coconut milk sauce and add more curry powder if you feel it needs more flavor. And if you do end up adding more curry powder, mix until fully incorporated with the sauce and cook for an extra minute.

Step 5: Finishing The Dish

Now, once the sauce has cooked and reduced, add the spinach and cooked shrimp to the pan and give everything a good mix to coat the shrimp in the creamy curry sauce. 

Finally, serve the coconut curry shrimp with a squeeze of lime juice and cilantro on top, and enjoy!

How to Store Curry Shrimp

This recipe for curry shrimp will make about two servings, so it's the perfect easy dinner for two! However, if you want to make more for a family dinner, simply double or triple the recipe.

And making more is a great idea because this Jamaican curry shrimp is delicious leftover! Speaking of leftovers, to store them just transfer everything into an airtight container, and refrigerate 'em for about 3-4 days.

How to Reheat Curry Shrimp

If you want to reheat your Jamaican curry shrimp, it's simple to do that.

Just add the shrimp with the sauce and veggies to a skillet and turn the heat to medium. Heat for a few minutes, making sure to stir frequently. Then, once the sauce and shrimp are warm - and have reached your desired temperature - serve immediately. There's nothing like hot curry so you'll want to start slurping it up ASAP.

Wrapping It All Up

Well, that's how to make curry shrimp in under 30 minutes!

This Jamaican curry shrimp is one of those recipes you will absolutely fall in love with. The bold flavors of the creamy sauce mixed with the shrimp and veggies is a combination that screams flavor. 

Plus, it's super easy to prepare everything in just one pan. And that means not only is cooking this recipe a breeze but clean up is too.

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