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Lemongrass Shrimp

Lemongrass Shrimp Recipe

Pair zesty herbs and creamy coconut milk to perfection in this fragrant meal. Fresh lemongrass complements the shrimp with its bright, citrusy flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 stalks lemongrass
  • 5 cloves of garlic
  • 1-inch knob of ginger
  • 6 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2 shallots
  • 14-oz. can of coconut milk
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 lb. deveined, shell-on shrimp
  • Sugar snap peas
  • Cilantro and rice for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté coarsely chopped lemongrass, garlic, ginger, lightly crushed kaffir lime leaves and sliced shallots in olive oil for 8 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in can of coconut milk, chicken stock and shrimp. Simmer for 5 minutes and add sliced sugar snap peas.
  3. Serve with cooked rice and lots of fresh cilantro.