Creamy Coconut Stir Fry
Creamy Coconut Stir Fry is a vibrant, tropical delight that combines rich coconut milk with a medley of fresh vegetables and your choice of protein. With its creamy texture and colorful presentation, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests. Ready in just 30 minutes, each bite offers a satisfying contrast of flavors and textures that will transport you to a culinary paradise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
- 1 cup protein of choice (chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add protein to the skillet; cook until done (5 minutes for chicken/shrimp; ensure tofu is crispy).
- Toss in mixed vegetables; stir-fry until tender-crisp (4-5 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, and curry powder; mix well and simmer for 3 minutes.
- Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg