Ingredients
1 package (16 ounces) linguine
3 tsp curry powder
1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 1/4 lbs uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, toast curry powder over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add coconut milk, stir to combine, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add shrimp and cook 4–5 minutes, until pink and opaque.
- Toss cooked linguine into skillet, coating pasta evenly with sauce.
- Stir in fresh cilantro just before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.
Notes
Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer sauce.
Add bell peppers, spinach, or snap peas for more vegetables.
A squeeze of lime juice brightens the flavors.
For heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes or add chili slices.
Reheat gently with a splash of coconut milk to avoid drying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion (Italian-Asian)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg