Shrimp With Green Beans in Thai Chili Sauce
Recipe: #13595
August 02, 2014
Categories: Beans, Shrimp, African, Thai, Sunday Dinner, Wok/Stir-Fry, Gluten-Free, No Eggs, Non-Dairy, Green Beans, Spicy, more
"Adapted from Simply THAI Cooking. A quick weeknight favorite. Served with rice, makes a complete meal. You can sub sliced chicken for the shrimp if desired. Flavor really depends on your choice of curry paste - you may find you need to add salt or a little garlic. Be sure to taste as you finish the dish."
Original is 3 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (706.9 g)
- Calories 498.7
- Total Fat - 29.8 g
- Saturated Fat - 4.1 g
- Cholesterol - 178.5 mg
- Sodium - 825.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 43.8 g
- Dietary Fiber - 7.2 g
- Sugars - 16.1 g
- Protein - 23.8 g
- Calcium - 197.3 mg
- Iron - 3.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 99.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Heat oil in work, add red curry paste and stir to dissolve (about 30 seconds). Add 1/2 cup water and lime leaves or juice. Stir cook about 1 more minute.
Step 2
Add shrimp, green beans,onion, and sugar, Cook 1 minute on high, stirring. Reduce heat to medium and add the rest of the water. Continue cooking until shrimp and done and beans are hot-crisp, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
Transfer to serving dish and garnish with red pepper and cilantro.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting shrimp, look for those that are firm to the touch and have a mild, sweet smell.
- When selecting red curry paste, make sure to check the label for ingredients you may want to avoid such as MSG.
- Substitute chicken for the shrimp - This substitution will allow for the dish to have more protein, and still maintain a similar flavor profile.
- Substitute garlic for the lime leaves - This substitution will add more flavor and depth to the dish, as garlic is a key component of Thai cuisine.
Vegetarian Version Substitute tofu for the shrimp. Increase the amount of curry paste to 3 tablespoons and add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic to the curry paste. Omit the sugar and add 1/2 teaspoon of soy sauce. Increase the amount of water to 1 1/2 cups.
Garlic Fried Rice: Garlic Fried Rice is a great accompaniment to the Shrimp With Green Beans in Thai Chili Sauce. The savory garlic flavor and crunchy texture of the fried rice provide a nice contrast to the spicy and tangy flavors of the shrimp dish. The mild flavor of the fried rice also helps to balance out the spiciness of the chili sauce.
Pad Thai: Pad Thai is a great accompaniment to the Shrimp With Green Beans in Thai Chili Sauce. The sweet and tangy flavors of the Pad Thai provide a nice contrast to the spicy and tangy flavors of the shrimp dish. The nutty flavor of the Pad Thai also helps to balance out the spiciness of the chili sauce, while the crunchy texture adds an enjoyable contrast to the soft texture of the shrimp.
FAQ
Q: How long will it take to cook the shrimp and beans?
A: It should take about 3 minutes to cook the shrimp and beans until they are hot-crisp.
Q: What ingredients do I need to make shrimp and beans?
A: You will need shrimp, canned beans, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Shrimp and green beans are a classic combination in Thai cuisine, and this dish is a great example of the flavors that make Thai food so popular. It's also a favorite of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, who has praised its balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
Fun Fact 2: This recipe is adapted from a dish called Pad Prik Khing, which is a traditional Thai dish that dates back to the 19th century. It's made with chili paste, shrimp, and green beans, and is often served with rice.