Description
Indulge in the vibrant, creamy flavors of Jamaican Shrimp Pasta, a dish that brings the essence of the Caribbean right to your table. With succulent shrimp enveloped in a luscious coconut milk sauce and enhanced by aromatic jerk seasoning, this pasta dish is both quick and easy to prepare—perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Featuring colorful bell peppers and fresh cilantro, each bite is a delightful exploration of tropical taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 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)
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced bell pepper; cook until softened.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with jerk spice; cook until pink.
- Pour in coconut milk, stirring well; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix in lime juice, salt, and pepper before tossing in cooked pasta.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg