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Colombian Coastal Coconut Shrimp Skillet With Sweet Corn

Name: Colombian Coastal Coconut Shrimp Skillet With Sweet Corn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Colombian
Ingredients: 500 g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup coconut milk, full fat; 1 cup sweet corn kernels, fresh or thawed; 1 medium red bell pepper, diced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 3 clove garlic, minced; 3 piece scallions, chopped; 1 tbsp coconut oil

Succulent shrimp sautéed with sweet corn kernels and aromatics in a rich coconut milk reduction inspired by Colombia's Caribbean coastline.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min

Technique to learn

Skillet Reduction

Simmering coconut milk and aromatics uncovered in a skillet to evaporate moisture and concentrate flavor into a thick sauce.

Instructions

Step 1: Dry raw shrimp thoroughly with paper towels, seasoning light with half a teaspoon of salt and one minced garlic clove.
Step 2: Heat coconut oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

Step 3: Add shrimp in a single layer and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until opaque and lightly pink, then transfer onto a plate.

Step 4: Add remaining minced garlic, chopped scallions, and diced red bell pepper to the hot skillet, cooking for 3 minutes until softened.

Step 5: Stir in tomato paste, sweet corn kernels, and full fat coconut milk, bringing to a gentle simmer for 4 minutes until thick and aromatic.

Step 6: Return seared shrimp and juices to skillet, toss for 1 minute to heat through, remove from heat, and serve warmly over rice.

Cooking tips

Do not overcook shrimp during initial sear as they finish cooking when returned to the sauce.
Use full-fat coconut milk for a rich sauce consistency.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Colombian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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