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Bok Choy and Shrimp Curry
Experience a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with this vibrant Bok Choy and Shrimp Curry. Tender bok choy and succulent shrimp are simmered in a rich and aromatic coconut curry sauce, delivering a symphony of flavors that's both comforting and exotic. This dish offers a wonderful balance of spicy, sweet, and savory notes, making it a true delight for the senses.
Ingredients
- Cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup, freshly chopped
- Salt
- to taste
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon
- Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons
- Fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons
- Ginger
- 1 inch, peeled and minced
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons
- Coconut milk
- 1 (400ml) can
- Shrimp
- 500g, peeled and deveined
- Bok choy
- 4 heads, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until they release their aroma.
- Stir in the red curry paste and continue to cook for another minute, ensuring it's well mixed with the garlic and ginger.
- Add the chopped bok choy to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it begins to wilt.
- Push the bok choy to one side of the pan. Add the shrimp to the other side and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir well to combine all the ingredients, creating a rich and fragrant curry sauce.
- Lower the heat and let the curry simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Serve the curry over steamed rice or noodles for a hearty meal.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves before serving, adding a refreshing contrast to the spicy curry.
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, replace the shrimp with tofu or chickpeas.
- Add more red curry paste for a spicier curry.
- Serve with a side of naan bread for an authentic Asian dining experience.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Calories: 400 Fat: 20g Carbs: 20g Protein: 25g Sodium: 1400mg Sugar: 8g
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