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Coconut Curry Shrimp Ramen

July 6
Coconut Curry Shrimp Ramen
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Creamy coconut curry broth embraces plump shrimp and rice ramen, scented with lemongrass and kaffir lime.

Tide of coconut—shrimp surf red curry's warm crest—Palms sway in the steam.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
  • 2 cups (480 ml) shrimp stock
  • 1 cup (240 ml) coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon palm sugar
  • 8 oz (225 g) rice ramen noodles
  • 6 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 kaffir lime leaf
  • Fresh cilantro & sliced red chili for garnish

Preparation

  1. Sauté curry paste in oil until fragrant.
  2. Add stock, lemongrass, and kaffir leaf; simmer 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, and palm sugar; bring to gentle simmer.
  4. Add shrimp and cook until pink, 2 minutes.
  5. Cook noodles separately; drain and bowl.
  6. Remove lemongrass; ladle curry shrimp broth over noodles and garnish.

Perfect Pairings

Drink
Coconut Water with Lime
Bright and hydrating alongside spicy curry.
Music
Tropical house chill mix

Topping Ideas

  • Bean Sprouts
    Crunchy fresh snap
  • Thai Basil
    Aromatic herbal lift
  • Lime Wedge
    Bright acidic pop
  • Fried Garlic Chips
    Savory crispy bite