Description
A vibrant one-pot dish of aromatic Jamaican spices, tender shrimp, and creamy coconut milk. Quick, flavorful, and adaptable for any evening. Simmered to perfection with Caribbean warmth.
Ingredients
Shrimp (peeled and deveined) 1 lb
Jamaican curry powder 2 tablespoons
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Butter 1 tablespoon
Garlic (minced) 3 cloves
Onion (chopped) 1 small
Green onions (sliced) 2
Fresh thyme 1 tablespoon
Coconut milk (full fat) 1 1/2 cups
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add curry powder and toasted briefly, 1 minute. Add onions and garlic; sauté until onions are softened, 3-4 minutes. Stir in green onions, thyme, and 1 cup coconut milk. Bring to a simmer. Add shrimp and remaining coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until shrimp are just pink and cooked through, 4-5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
Use deveined shrimp in shell for extra flavor, or substitute chicken thighs
Replace butter with ghee or non-dairy milk for vegan option
Add diced bell pepper with green onions for more veggies
Serve with rice, plantains, or crusty bread
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Jamaican / West Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg