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One Pan Coconut Lime Shrimp and Rice

Creamy coconut lime shrimp and rice with peas and fresh cilantro garnish.
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A vibrant and creamy one-pan meal where shrimp and rice simmer in a fragrant coconut lime sauce. It's a quick, flavor-packed dinner with minimal cleanup, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (like jasmine or basmati)
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes (about ¼ cup juice)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the dry rice to the pan. Stir constantly for 2-3 minutes to toast lightly.
  4. Pour in coconut milk, broth, lime juice, soy sauce, coriander, and red pepper flakes. Stir well, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender.
  5. Uncover, stir in frozen peas, and nestle the shrimp into the rice in a single layer. Re-cover and cook for 4-6 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in lime zest, fluff rice gently, and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp. For a gluten-free version, use tamari or coconut aminos. Brown rice can be used but will require a longer simmering time and more liquid.

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