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Jamaican Coconut Shrimp Stew

This recipe is balanced, offering protein from shrimp, healthy fats from coconut oil/milk, and a variety of vegetables. It's nutrient-dense and provides essential vitamins and minerals.

Adapted from Skinnytaste

15 mintotal
4servings
9ingredients
182kcal a serving
Jamaican Coconut Shrimp Stew

Ingredients

  • 1 lb peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp
  • 1 tbsp mild jerk seasoning (such as Walkerswood)
  • 1/2 tbsp butter or coconut oil
  • 1 scallion (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1 scotch bonet pepper (seeded and diced (I only use 1/4))
  • 1 cup light coconut milk
  • chopped scallions or cilantro (for garnish)

Method

  1. Season shrimp in a bowl with jerk seasoning.
  2. Heat a large skillet on medium low, add the butter or oil and chopped vegetables, cook until soft 3 to 4 minutes.4 min timer
  3. Add the shrimp, increase heat to medium and cook 3 minutes, add the coconut milk, cover and simmer until the shrimp are cooked through, about 3 minutes.3 min timer
  4. Garnish with cilantro or scallions and serve.

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