How To Make Jamaican Curry Shrimp
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Jamaican Curry Shrimp recipe is a delightful blend of flavors that transports you straight to the Caribbean. The use of fresh shrimp, seasoned with a variety of spices, creates a dish that is both aromatic and satisfying. The vibrant colors of the sweet peppers and the rich yellow hue from the curry powder make this dish visually appealing as well.
The preparation begins with marinating the shrimp in a mix of spices, including allspice and thyme, which infuses the seafood with a depth of flavor. Adding coconut milk not only enhances the creaminess but also balances the heat from the scotch bonnet pepper, making it a well-rounded dish.
Cooking the shrimp quickly ensures they remain tender and juicy, while the addition of vegetables like carrots and potatoes provides texture and nutrition. This dish is perfect served over rice or with dumplings, making it a versatile option for any meal.
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to spice up your weeknight meals, this Jamaican Curry Shrimp is sure to impress. It’s a recipe that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Caribbean cuisine and is easy enough for anyone to master in their own kitchen.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Use 36 de-vain shrimp, remove the shell, and wash in lime juice.
Chop onion, garlic, sweet peppers, carrot, and Irish potato.
Add fish seasoning, jerk powder, all-purpose seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and curry powder.
Tip: Use better curry powder for a nice color.
Mix all seasonings with shrimp and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
Tip: Add coconut milk for extra flavor.
Heat over 2 tbsp of oil in a pot.
Add onion to the pot and sauté for 15 seconds.
Add garlic and sauté for another 15 seconds.
Add curry powder and sauté for 20 seconds.
Tip: Sauté curry powder to enhance the gravy.
Add potato and carrot, sauté for 20 seconds.
Add marinated shrimp to the pot and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add half a cup of water to the bowl used for seasoning shrimp and mix.
Add coconut milk to the pot and mix well.
Add remaining seasonings and fresh thyme to the pot.
Cook on medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes.
Cover the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
Mix flour with water and add to the pot to thicken the gravy.
Tip: Use plain flour to thicken gravy without making it watery.
Tip: Corn starch can be used as an alternative to flour for thickening.
Cover the pot and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes on low heat.
Plate the curry shrimp for serving.
Serve with rice, rice and peas, or dumplings.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Shellfish
→ Substitution: Tofu or Chicken
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Curry powder is a blend of spices that adds warmth and depth to dishes.
- •Scotch bonnet peppers are known for their heat and fruity flavor, commonly used in Caribbean cuisine.
- •Coconut milk adds creaminess and a subtle sweetness to curries.
- •Marinating shrimp enhances its flavor and tenderness.
