Jerk Shrimp
Spice up your dinner routine with this bold and zesty Jerk Shrimp recipe! Infused with the rich, smoky flavors of Caribbean jerk seasoning, these succulent shrimp are marinated in a blend of fresh thyme, garlic, scallions, lime juice, and warm spices like allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. A touch of cayenne pepper and smoked paprika adds a fiery kick, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of brown sugar and the umami of soy sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve these smoky, caramelized shrimp over fluffy rice, crisp salads, or stuffed into tacos for a tropical-inspired feast that bursts with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 stalks Scallions (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 lime Juice of 1 lime
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, scallions, thyme leaves, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to create the jerk marinade.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss until they are fully coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly charred on the edges.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish with additional chopped scallions or a squeeze of fresh lime, if desired.
Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice, salad, or tacos for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2630 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 112.5 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1509 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
