Brazilian Shrimp Stew

Coconut milk, curry paste, tomatoes, and roasted red peppers bring tons of comforting flavor to this Brazilian shrimp stew.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 436 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch salt
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
• 2 medium shallots, minced
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
• ¼ cup chopped roasted red bell pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a large saucepan and add oil. Add shallots, garlic, and curry paste. Saute until fragrant, and garlic is browned, about 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, coconut milk, roasted red bell pepper, and cilantro; bring to a simmer.

Step 2

Add lime juice (go sparingly, adjusting to taste), cayenne, and salt. Add cornstarch and stir to thicken. Add in shrimp; simmer until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Serve stew with cooked jasmine rice.