Description
Creamy Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry is a quick, healthy dinner packed with vibrant veggies and rich coconut milk. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknights and bursts with bold flavors from garlic, ginger, and lime. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying, complete meal. Try it tonight and enjoy an easy, delicious stir-fry the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté shrimp until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the pan and cook the bell peppers until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Simmer for 3-4 minutes. Optional: mix cornstarch with water and add to thicken the sauce.
- Return shrimp to the pan, toss to coat, and heat for 1-2 more minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust lime juice to your taste for more tang.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra spice.
- Substitute tofu or tempeh for shrimp for a vegan option.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
Keywords: Creamy Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry, quick shrimp dinner, coconut shrimp stir-fry, easy stir-fry recipe