Fiery Jamaican Hot Pepper Shrimp

Name: Fiery Jamaican Hot Pepper Shrimp
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp; 2 Scotch Bonnet peppers; 4 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper; 3 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp brown sugar; 1/4 cup chicken broth; Fresh parsley; Lime wedges

A sizzling Caribbean delight

This spicy shrimp dish showcases bold flavors with the fiery sting of Scotch Bonnet peppers, balanced by aromatic garlic and zesty lime. Perfect for lovers of heat!

40 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinated Shrimp

1 lb large shrimp

peeled and deveined

2 Scotch Bonnet peppers

finely chopped

4 cloves garlic

minced

2 tbsp lime juice

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Sauce

3 tbsp butter

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp brown sugar

1/4 cup chicken broth

For the Garnish

Fresh parsley

chopped

Lime wedges

Preparation

Marinating the Shrimp

Combine Ingredients

Combine shrimp, Scotch Bonnet peppers, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil in a bowl.

Be cautious when handling Scotch Bonnet peppers and avoid contact with eyes and skin. To mellow the heat slightly, remove the seeds from the peppers before cooking.

Season and Marinate

Season with salt and pepper, mix well, and let marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.

Coat Evenly

Ensure shrimp are evenly coated for maximum flavor infusion.

Preparing the Sauce

Melt Butter

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Add Seasonings

Stir in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chicken broth.

Simmer

Bring to a gentle simmer and let it reduce slightly.

For an extra depth of flavor, add a splash of rum to the sauce before simmering.

Cooking Process

Sautéing the Shrimp

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add marinated shrimp. Cook until they just turn pink, about 2–3 minutes per side.

Finishing the Dish

Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked shrimp, toss well to combine, and remove from heat.

Plating & Serving