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Thai Sour Shrimp Curry

A quick and tangy shrimp curry with tomatoes and mushrooms, ready in about 20 minutes. This everyday Thai-inspired dish is bright, savory, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
25g
Thai Sour Shrimp Curry
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium. Add 2 tbsp red curry paste and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Pour in 1 can coconut milk and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then add 1 cup cherry tomatoes and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Cook until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add 1 lb shrimp and 2 tbsp fish sauce. Simmer until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Taste and adjust with salt or lime if desired.

  4. 4

    Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with cilantro and chili if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

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