Spicy Peanut-Coconut Shrimp

Name: Spicy Peanut-Coconut Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2-4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/4 cup shredded coconut; 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil; 1 lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined and patted dry); 1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped (lightly salted); lime wedge

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Recipe by DailyInspiration

The recipe recommends serving this dish with steamed sugar snap peas, couscous and slices of ripe pineapple. The picture of this dish takes you away to the Caribbean without the cost of the airfare!

READY IN: 25mins

SERVES: 2-4

UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition

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cup shredded coconut
2

teaspoons dark sesame oil
1

lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined and patted dry)
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teaspoon red pepper flakes
2

tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
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cup roasted peanuts, chopped (lightly salted)
lime wedge

DIRECTIONS

Roast the coconut in a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes until golden, stirring constantly. Immediately remove from skillet.
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and red pepper flakes; stir-fry 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque. Add cilantro; toss well and transfer to serving plates. Top each serving with 1 tablespoons toasted coconut and 1 tablespoons chopped peanuts. Garnish with lime wedges.