Creamy Coconut Shrimp (Ceviche-Style) – Full Recipe

Yield

• 2–3 servings

Total Time

• Prep: 20 mins
• Chill: 20–30 mins

Ingredients

Main

• 300g shrimp (peeled & deveined)
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• ½ tsp salt

Creamy Coconut Sauce

• 120ml coconut milk
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp ketchup (or tomato paste)
• 1 tsp chili sauce (optional)
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Salt & pepper

Mix-ins

• ¼ red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 small cucumber (diced)
• 2 tbsp sweet corn (optional)
• Fresh herbs (dill / cilantro)

Garnish

• Extra herbs
• Lime wedges
• Chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook Shrimp

• Boil shrimp in salted water for 2–3 mins until pink
• Transfer to ice water immediately

👉 Keeps shrimp juicy, not rubbery

Step 2: Make Sauce

• Mix coconut milk + mayo + ketchup
• Add lime juice, honey, chili

👉 Taste: creamy + tangy + slightly sweet

Step 3: Combine

• Toss shrimp with sauce
• Add onion, cucumber, corn
• Mix gently

Step 4: Chill

• Refrigerate 20–30 mins

👉 Flavor will come together better

Step 5: Serve

• Spoon into coconut shell (or bowl)
• Garnish with herbs + lime

Texture & Flavor

• Shrimp: tender, juicy
• Sauce: creamy, tropical, slightly tangy
• Crunch: from cucumber & onion

👉 Overall vibe: fresh + rich + hơi chill kiểu beach food

Pro Tips

• Don’t overcook shrimp (big mistake nhiều người mắc)
• Balance sauce: nếu béo quá → thêm lime
• Serve cold for best taste

Optional Upgrade

• Add mango or pineapple for sweetness 🍍
• Add avocado for extra creaminess
• Use raw shrimp + lime cure (true ceviche style)