CREAMY COCONUT SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.3/5)

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Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by kayjayjohnson

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined with tails off)
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 green onion (chopped)
1 tablespoon amaretto liquor
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons sugar (or less)
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Step 1: In a wok heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add green onions and amaretto liquor. Cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the shrimp begins to caramelize. Step 2: Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside. Add to the wok- coconut milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer (stirring occasionally) until the sauce is reduced by half (about 6 minutes). Step 3: Add shrimp back into the wok and add vanilla and coconut extracts. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes and serve over rice. (Makes 4 servings)

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