Creamy Garlic Shrimp in Coconut Milk Taste of Thailand

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (450g)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (2.5 ml)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (2.5 ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1.25 ml)
• 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk (400 ml)
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce (15 ml) (optional, for added umami)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed (15 ml)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (30 ml)
• Cooked rice, noodles, or crusty bread, for serving