Coconut Shrimp

1-1/2 lb. raw prawns (or shrimp)
2 c. thick coconut milk
1 Tbs. minced garlic
1 tsp. minced ginger root
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Wash shrimp but do not shell them. Place into a saucepan with coconut milk, garlic, ginger, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 15 minutes. Stir frequently.

This recipe is from the Phillipines.
Posted to rec.food.cooking by Jill McQuown on Sep 18, 1999.