Description
Jamaican Shrimp Pasta is a tropical delight that brings the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean straight to your kitchen. Featuring succulent shrimp, creamy coconut milk, and colorful vegetables tossed with al dente pasta, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. Each bite offers a taste of sunshine, making it an irresistible favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, chopped (red and yellow)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp and sauté until pink and opaque (about 3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- 3. Add vegetables: In the same skillet, add garlic, bell peppers, and scallions. Stir-fry until softened (about 4 minutes).
- 4. Create sauce: Pour in coconut milk, curry powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Combine: Return shrimp to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss together until well coated.
- 6. Serve: Plate the dish and garnish with additional scallions or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 175mg