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Shrimp in Sour Curry

A quick and tangy Thai-style curry with shrimp, red curry paste, and a sour kick from lime. Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
180
Protein
24g
Shrimp in Sour Curry
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a pot, bring 2 cups water to a boil over high heat. Stir in 2 tbsp red curry paste and 2 tbsp fish sauce until dissolved, about 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add 1 lb shrimp and 2 sliced green chilies. Cook over medium heat until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 4-5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Remove from heat and stir in 3 tbsp lime juice. Taste and add more lime or fish sauce if needed. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot
  • stirring spoon

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