Description
Indulge in a flavorful fusion of Caribbean and Italian cuisines with this Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Pasta Party recipe. Succulent shrimp seasoned with jerk spices are combined with a luscious coconut cream sauce, bell peppers, and Parmesan cheese, all served over a bed of fettuccine or penne pasta. This dish is a perfect blend of spice and creaminess that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning (mild or spicy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 12 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the Sauce:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- ½ small red onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup coconut milk
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish and Serving:
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Season the shrimp with jerk seasoning and toss to coat evenly. Cook in olive oil until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Add cream, coconut milk, Parmesan, and paprika. Simmer until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Add pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by using more or less jerk seasoning.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
