Bahian Shrimp Stew with Coconut Milk

This bahian shrimp stew features succulent shrimp simmered in a rich coconut milk broth, infused with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. The combination of tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions adds depth and flavor, making it a delightful dish that captures the essence of brazilian cuisine. Serve it over rice for a satisfying meal!
This recipe is dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include garlic, onion, ginger, salt.
- Follow all 5 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups tomatoes (diced)
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 500 g shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 bunch cilantro (chopped)
- 1 juiced lime
- 1 cup bell pepper (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes and bell pepper to the pot, cooking until the vegetables are softened.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Stir in the shrimp, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, cooking until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 28 g
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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