Emerald Coast Massaman Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus

Succulent shrimp simmered in a rich, mild, and aromatic Massaman curry sauce, perfectly complemented by tender-crisp roasted asparagus. A comforting, low-carb Thai delight.

• Prep: 20 min
• Cook: 30 min
• Total: 50 min
• Servings: 2
• Cuisine: Thai
• Difficulty: Easy

Dietary

• Gluten-Free
• Dairy-Free
• Low-Carb
• High-Protein

Tags

• sauté
• roast
• healthy
• comfort food
• savory
• rich

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus (ends trimmed)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (divided)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (divided)
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 3 tablespoon Massaman curry paste ((check for low-carb if strict))
• 1 can coconut milk (full-fat)
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon erythritol
• 1 red bell pepper (medium, thinly sliced)
• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoon unsalted dry-roasted peanuts (roughly chopped)
• 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. On a baking sheet, toss the fresh asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Spread in a single layer and roast for 10-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Set aside.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the Massaman curry paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Pour in the full-fat coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring well to combine with the curry paste. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
4. Stir in the fish sauce and 1/4 teaspoon salt. If desired, add erythritol for a touch of sweetness. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Add the thinly sliced red bell pepper to the curry and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened but still retaining some crispness.
6. Add the large shrimp to the simmering curry and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn opaque and pink. Do not overcook.
7. Remove from heat. Serve the Massaman shrimp curry in bowls, topped with roughly chopped unsalted dry-roasted peanuts and optional fresh cilantro. Serve alongside the roasted asparagus.

Notes

To ensure your Massaman curry paste is low-carb, check the ingredient label for added sugars. This dish can be made with chicken thighs if preferred.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 610
• Protein: 52.1 g
• Carbohydrates: 18.2 g
• Fat: 38.5 g
• Fiber: 7.1 g
• Sodium: 1280 mg
• Saturated Fat: 26.5 g
• Sugar: 7.9 g
• Cholesterol: 380 mg