Coconut Lime Shrimp

Coconut Lime Shrimp is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines succulent shrimp with the tropical flavors of coconut and zesty lime. This healthy supper is quick to prepare and perfect for a light, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Fresh ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lime wedges - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp turns pink.
4. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
6. Serve the Coconut Lime Shrimp over rice or quinoa, and garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk, which may promote heart health.

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