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Jamaican Spicy Shrimp

Jamaican Spicy Shrimp

Bring the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean to your table with this quick and easy Jamaican Spicy Shrimp recipe. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (coconut oil or olive oil can be used)
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 unit Scotch Bonnet peppers or habanero peppers, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Grater for ginger
  • Sharp knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Prepare the marinade by combining garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, sea salt, chopped peppers, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and grated ginger in a bowl, then stir to form a paste.
  2. Toss the shrimp in the marinade and let them sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until they turn pink and slightly charred.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the shrimp.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a less spicy option, substitute Scotch Bonnet peppers with jalapeños. Consider marinating longer for more intense flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, and reheat gently. For a fresh touch, drizzle lime-infused olive oil over the finished dish.
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