Description
Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Pasta is a Caribbean-inspired fusion dish that blends juicy shrimp, spicy Jamaican jerk seasoning, and creamy coconut milk, all tossed with tender pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this quick and easy recipe brings bold tropical flavor to your table in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or linguine recommended)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced (red or yellow)
1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Instructions:
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Cook Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
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Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and bell pepper; cook 2–3 more minutes.
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Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp to skillet with salt, pepper, and jerk seasoning. Cook 3–4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
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Make Sauce: Stir in coconut milk and lime juice. Simmer 3–5 minutes. Add reserved pasta water to thin sauce if needed.
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Combine: Add pasta to skillet. Toss gently to coat. Adjust seasoning.
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Serve: Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Adjust jerk seasoning to control spice level.
- Add veggies like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- To make it even creamier, mix in a splash of heavy cream.
- Not recommended for freezing, as sauce may separate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican
