Burmese Coconut Shrimp Recipe - Authentic Burmese Cuisine

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt (plus more to taste)
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted
• 1 kaffir lime leaf, finely sliced (optional for extra fragrance)