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Sour Curry Shrimp

Gaeng som reimagined for weeknights: shrimp simmered in a bright, tangy Thai sour curry with fish sauce, turmeric, and a squeeze of lime. Serve over rice.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
238
Protein
28g
Sour Curry Shrimp
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Add curry paste and turmeric, stir constantly until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in coconut milk and stock, stir to combine, then bring to a gentle simmer, about 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add shrimp and fish sauce, cook until shrimp are opaque throughout, 4-5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Squeeze lime juice over the curry and taste; add salt or more lime if needed.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot over jasmine rice with lime wedges and fresh cilantro if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

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