Thai Style Shrimp

Thai Style Shrimp

Prep time: 10 min.

Cook time: 20 min.

Ingredients:

4 cloves garlic, peeled

1(1 inch) piece of fresh ginger root

1 fresh jalepeño, seeded

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon turmeric

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 medium onion, diced

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup coconut milk

3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

Directions:

1.  Combine the garlic, ginger, salt, and turmeric in a food processor or blender. Process to a smooth paste. Set aside.

2.  Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, stirring frequently. Mix in the spice paste,  and cook for a few minutes to release the oils.

3.  Add shrimp, and cook for a few minutes until pink, then add the tomatoes and coconut milk. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove the cover and simmer an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce. Stir in the basil during the last minute of cooking.

4.   Serve over long grain or brown rice.