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Coconut Lime Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe

Coconut Lime Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe for a Tropical Escape

This Coconut Lime Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe offers a bright and satisfying dish perfect for a busy weeknight meal, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Can be swapped with another plant-based milk.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup or agave can be alternatives.
For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound Shrimp Can be swapped with chicken or tofu.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Vegetable oil can also be used.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferable, but powdered works in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh is best, yet ground ginger can be an alternative.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Swap with favorite seasonal veggies.
  • 1 cup Snap Peas Feel free to replace with green beans.
  • 1 large Carrot Other root vegetables can also work.

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, and honey until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add coconut oil. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more coconut oil if needed, then sauté minced garlic and ginger for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add bell pepper, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
  5. Return shrimp to the skillet and add the sauce. Stir gently for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
  6. Serve over jasmine rice, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge. Freeze without rice for up to 1 month.

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