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Jamaican Shrimp Pasta

Jamaican Shrimp Pasta
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This Jamaican Shrimp Pasta combines succulent shrimp seasoned with vibrant jerk spices and a creamy coconut milk sauce, tossed with tender fettuccine or linguine. With fragrant aromatics and a tangy hint of lime, it’s a flavorful Caribbean-inspired dish perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta

Shrimp and Aromatics

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (red or yellow)

Sauce

  • 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the pepper softens.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and Jamaican jerk seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
  4. Make the Sauce: Pour in the coconut milk and fresh lime juice, stirring to combine all ingredients. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. If the sauce becomes too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Combine: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the creamy shrimp sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Serve: Serve the Jamaican Shrimp Pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute linguine for fettuccine or another pasta shape of your choice.
  • For a spicier dish, add more Jamaican jerk seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
  • Fresh lime juice is recommended over bottled for the best flavor.
  • Reserve pasta water slowly when adjusting sauce consistency to avoid thinning too much.

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Keywords: Jamaican shrimp pasta, jerk shrimp, coconut milk pasta, Caribbean pasta recipe, spicy shrimp pasta, creamy pasta dish

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