In a large saucepan of 1 1 /2 cups water, cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
Melt butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium high heat.
Add garlic, onion, carrots, celery and bell pepper to the stockpot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add in vegetable stock, and cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes.
In another frying pan, heat up some butter over medium high heat.
Add shrimp and Gops to taste.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes each side; set aside.
In a mixing bowl add the coconut milk, and whisk in curry paste until well combined, set aside.
Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in rice, shrimp, lime juice and cilantro.