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Jamaican Shrimp Pasta

Savor Jamaican Shrimp Pasta: Creamy Caribbean Comfort

Enjoy a delightful Jamaican Shrimp Pasta, a dish that blends shrimp with vibrant veggies in a creamy coconut sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or linguine) Choose gluten-free pasta if needed.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Coconut oil is a wonderful substitute.
  • 1 medium onion Opt for yellow or white onions.
  • 2 cloves garlic Increase for a more assertive flavor.
  • 1 bell pepper (red or yellow) Zucchini can be used as an alternative.
  • 14 ounces coconut milk Full-fat recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning Adjust based on your heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Adds brightness to the dish.
  • Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro Chop for garnishing.
  • Lime wedges Serve on the side.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high, add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and jerk seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and lime juice, and bring to a simmer for 3-5 minutes. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet, toss to combine with sauce, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve hot garnished with cilantro and lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze pasta without seafood for up to 2 months.

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