Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet
An exotic seafood delight perfect for spice lovers
A vibrant and fiery shrimp dish, this Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet tantalizes your taste buds with the perfect balance of heat and zest.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Shrimp Marinade
For the Sauce
For the Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Shrimp
Combine Marinade
In a bowl, combine lime juice, ginger, garlic, allspice, and salt.
Add Shrimp
Add shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated.
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Sauce Ingredients
Heat Oil
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sauté Aromatics
Add onions and Scotch Bonnet pepper, sauté until onions are translucent.
Do not touch your face after handling Scotch Bonnets due to their high spiciness.
Add Vegetables
Add bell pepper and tomatoes, cook for 5 minutes.
Cooking Process
Sautéing
Sauté the onion and Scotch Bonnet until fragrant.
Adding Vegetables
Stir in the bell pepper and tomatoes for a bright flavor base.
Simmering Sauce
Add coconut milk, thyme, brown sugar, and black pepper, then let simmer until slightly thickened.
Plating & Serving
Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet
Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet
Serve Hot
Serve the shrimp hot, drizzled with plenty of the spicy sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, and lime wedges on the side.