Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 12 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 12 teaspoon chili powder
  • 14 teaspoon salt
  • 14 teaspoon black pepper
  • 34 cup light coconut milk, plus
  • 1 tablespoon light coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tails left on (about 28 shrimp)

Method

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
  • Add the scallions and saute for one minute.
  • Add the curry, ginger, chili, salt and pepper.
  • Stir until the scallions are well coated with the seasonings.
  • Add the coconut milk, lime juice, and sugar; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the sauce reduces and thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp and saute until for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they turn pink.
  • Serve immediately.