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Spicy Shrimp & Zucchini Curry

Spicy Shrimp & Zucchini Curry

with Rice, Bell Pepper, Peanuts, Crispy Fried Onions & Cilantro

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on October 22, 2025

If your craving for a creamy, flavorful curry just can’t wait, you’re in luck: This version comes together in just 15 minutes, thanks to a few clever time-savers from our chefs. Zucchini, bell pepper, and shrimp simmer in a coconut curry spiked with spicy-sweet Thai chili sauce and lime juice. When the veggies are tender, the shrimp is cooked, and the sauce is thickened, it’s time to spoon it all over zesty cilantro rice and sprinkle with crispy fried onions and crunchy peanuts.

Tags:
High Protein
Fiber Powered
Quick
Easy Prep
Kid Friendly
Spicy
Easy Cleanup
One Pot
Allergens:
Shellfish
Tree Nuts
Wheat
Peanuts

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time15 minutes
Prep Time5 minutes
DifficultyEasy
serving amount

1 unit

Veggie Stock Concentrate

1 unit

Microwavable Rice

1 ounce

Sweet Thai Chili Sauce

1 unit

Zucchini

20 ounce

Shrimp

(Contains: Shellfish)

1 tablespoon

Curry Powder

1 unit

Coconut Milk

(Contains: Tree Nuts)

1 unit

Lime

1 unit

Crispy Fried Onions

(Contains: Wheat)

1 unit

Bell Pepper

¼ ounce

Cilantro

1 ounce

Peanuts

(Contains: Peanuts)

Not included in your delivery

1 teaspoon (tsp)

Cooking Oil

/ per serving
Calories760 kcal
Fat36 g
Saturated Fat19 g
Carbohydrate76 g
Sugar15 g
Dietary Fiber5 g
Protein30 g
Cholesterol175 mg
Sodium1230 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.

Cooking Steps

2
  • Wash and dry produce.

  • Trim and halve zucchini lengthwise; cut crosswise into ½-inch-thick half-moons. Core and slice bell pepper into ¼-inch strips

  • Rinse shrimp* under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, curry powder, stock concentrate, a pinch of salt, and pepper. TIP: Use less curry powder if you like a milder flavor. You can always add more when you taste and season your finished curry.

  • Bring coconut milk to room tempurature.

3
  • Heat a drizzle of oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and bell pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until veggies are slightly tender, 5-6 minutes.

  • Stir in seasoned shrimp; cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, 3-4 minutes more.

  • Stir in coconut milk and chili sauce. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly to disolve any large bits of coconut cream, then cover and turn off heat.

4
  • While curry cooks, massage rice in package to break up grains; partially open package. Microwave until heated through, 90 seconds. Open rice and transfer to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Add 2 TBSP water (4 TBSP for 4), cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high until tender, 90 seconds. TIP: For a richer flavor, add 1 TBSP butter to the rice.

  • Quarter lime. Roughly tear cilantro leaves, discarding stems.

  • Once curry is done, stir in juice from half the lime. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

5
  • Divide rice between bowls and top with shrimp curry. Sprinkle with cilantro, peanuts, and crispy fried onions. Serve with remaining lime wedges on the side. TIP: If you have extra time, toast the peanuts first to add some extra crunch and flavor!

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