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Jamaican Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Pasta: A Flavorful Weeknight Delight

This Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Pasta combines shrimp and a luscious coconut milk sauce for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine or Linguine gluten-free pasta is a great alternative
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil coconut oil can enhance the dish's Caribbean vibes
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Bell Pepper diced; red or yellow
  • 14 ounces Coconut Milk opt for full-fat for extra indulgence
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican Jerk Seasoning adjust for heat level
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh lime is the best choice
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro chopped for garnish
  • Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of fettuccine or linguine and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Then, add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2–3 minutes.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add peeled shrimp. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of Jamaican jerk seasoning. Cook for 3–4 minutes until shrimp is pink and opaque.
  4. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk and 1 tablespoon of lime juice, stirring to combine. Allow to simmer on medium heat for 3–5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce and shrimp. Mix until pasta is evenly coated, adjusting seasoning with salt, pepper, or jerk seasoning as needed.
  6. Transfer to serving bowls, garnishing each with cilantro and serving with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Shrimp should not be overcooked to maintain tenderness. Reserve pasta water helps adjust sauce thickness.

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