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Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet

Name: Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed; 1 tbsp ginger, grated; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp allspice powder; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 Scotch Bonnet pepper, finely chopped (use more for extra heat); 1 bell pepper, sliced; 2 tomatoes, diced; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 1 tbsp thyme leaves; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1/2 tsp black pepper; Fresh cilantro, chopped; Lime wedges

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.

4(169 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 28, 2025

Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Shrimp Marinade

For the Sauce

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 288 kcal
Protein: 30.25 g
Carbs: 14.75 g
Fat: 12.5 g
Fiber: 2.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1151 kcal
Protein: 121 g
Carbs: 59 g
Fat: 50 g
Fiber: 10 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined	480	112	0	3	0
2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed	8	0	3	0	0
1 tbsp ginger grated	5	0	1	0	0
3 cloves garlic minced	13	1	3	0	0
1 tbsp allspice powder	15	0	3	0	1
1 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
2 tbsp olive oil	238	0	0	27	0
1 medium onion chopped	44	1	10	0	2
1 Scotch Bonnet pepper finely chopped (use more for extra heat)	18	1	4	0	1
1 bell pepper sliced	24	1	6	0	2
2 tomatoes diced	44	2	10	0	2
1/2 cup coconut milk	200	2	4	20	0
1 tbsp thyme leaves	6	1	1	0	1
1 tbsp brown sugar	52	0	13	0	0
1/2 tsp black pepper	3	0	1	0	1
Fresh cilantro chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Lime wedges	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Shrimp

1
Combine Marinade
In a bowl, combine lime juice, ginger, garlic, allspice, and salt.
2
Add Shrimp
Add shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated.
3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Sauce Ingredients

1
Heat Oil
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Sauté Aromatics
Add onions and Scotch Bonnet pepper, sauté until onions are translucent.
Tip: Do not touch your face after handling Scotch Bonnets due to their high spiciness.
3
Add Vegetables
Add bell pepper and tomatoes, cook for 5 minutes.

How to Make Spicy Jamaican Pepper Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing
Sauté the onion and Scotch Bonnet until fragrant.
2
Adding Vegetables
Stir in the bell pepper and tomatoes for a bright flavor base.
3
Simmering Sauce
Add coconut milk, thyme, brown sugar, and black pepper, then let simmer until slightly thickened.