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Fiery Jamaican Coconut Curry Shrimp with Mango and Lime

Name: Fiery Jamaican Coconut Curry Shrimp with Mango and Lime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Large shrimp, 500g, peeled and deveined; Lime juice, 2 tablespoons; Cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon; Ground allspice, 1 teaspoon; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, To taste; Vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons; Onion, 1 small, finely chopped; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon, minced; Curry powder, 1 tablespoon; Coconut milk, 400ml; Hot chili flakes, 1 teaspoon; Mango, 1, diced; Lime zest, Zest of 1 lime; Fresh cilantro leaves; Steamed rice or warm roti

This tantalizing Caribbean dish marries spicy shrimp with a creamy coconut sauce, sweet mango, and zesty lime for an explosion of flavors.

4.4(73 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 4, 2026

Fiery Jamaican Coconut Curry Shrimp with Mango and Lime — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Shrimp Marinade

For the Curry Sauce

For the Garnish

For Serving

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 515 kcal
Protein: 28.75 g
Carbs: 31.5 g
Fat: 28.25 g
Fiber: 3.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2059 kcal
Protein: 115 g
Carbs: 126 g
Fat: 113 g
Fiber: 15 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Large shrimp 500g, peeled and deveined	600	100	0	8	0
Lime juice 2 tablespoons	8	0	3	0	0
Cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon	6	0	1	0	1
Ground allspice 1 teaspoon	6	0	1	0	1
Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Vegetable oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	27	0
Onion 1 small, finely chopped	28	1	7	0	1
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	13	0	3	0	0
Fresh ginger 1 tablespoon, minced	5	0	1	0	0
Curry powder 1 tablespoon	21	1	3	1	2
Coconut milk 400ml	720	6	14	76	2
Hot chili flakes 1 teaspoon	6	0	1	0	1
Mango 1, diced	150	2	38	1	5
Lime zest Zest of 1 lime	5	0	1	0	1
Fresh cilantro leaves	1	0	0	0	0
Steamed rice or warm roti	250	5	53	0	1

These are estimation calculations and should not be considered dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Shrimp

1
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, combine shrimp with lime juice, cayenne pepper, ground allspice, salt, and pepper.
2
Mix to coat
Mix well to coat the shrimp evenly.
3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Preparing the Curry Sauce

1
Heat oil and sauté aromatics
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
2
Add curry powder
Stir in the curry powder and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Tip: Ensure not to burn the spices or garlic as it will impart a bitter flavor. For a thicker curry sauce, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes towards the end.

How to Make Fiery Jamaican Coconut Curry Shrimp with Mango and Lime

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sauté shrimp
Add marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
2
Create sauce base
Pour in the coconut milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
3
Incorporate heat
Stir in the hot chili flakes, adjusting to your desired spice level.