Jamaican Hot Pepper Shrimp

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Jamaican Hot Pepper Shrimp
300 min.
4
120kcal

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If you're craving a dish that's bursting with bold flavors and a bit of heat, Jamaican Hot Pepper Shrimp is the perfect choice! This vibrant, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe features the intense heat of Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, balanced with the aromatic essence of fresh thyme, garlic, and allspice. The shrimp are simmered in this fiery, flavorful concoction, absorbing all the spices for a truly mouthwatering experience.

Not only does this dish pack a punch, but it’s also incredibly easy to prepare. With just a few simple steps, you’ll have a succulent, spicy seafood meal ready to impress your family and friends. The shrimp soak in the spicy liquid until they are perfectly cooked and infused with the bold flavors of the Caribbean. Whether you’re serving it for a casual lunch or a festive dinner, this dish is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ready in just under five hours, this dish might take a little time to cool, but the wait is absolutely worth it. With a delightful mix of spice, savory, and aromatic ingredients, Jamaican Hot Pepper Shrimp delivers a memorable taste that brings the vibrant flavors of Jamaica straight to your kitchen. Perfect for those who love a kick of heat in their meals!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  •  pepper flakes fresh halved seeded
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • tablespoons salt 
  • 0.5 cup spring onion chopped
  • lb shrimp per lb)
  •  thyme sprigs fresh
  • cups water 
  • 10  allspice whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients except shrimp in a 4-quart heavy pot and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, 20 minutes.
  2. Stir in shrimp, making sure they are just covered by liquid, and remove pot from heat. Cool shrimp in liquid to room temperature, uncovered, about 1 hour.
  3. Transfer shrimp with a slotted spoon to a plate or bowl and drizzle some of cooking liquid on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories120kcal
Protein76.81%
Fat5.84%
Carbs17.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.75
Glycemic Load
1.66
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.230434687241%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:120.4kcal
6.02%
Fat:0.81g
1.24%
Saturated Fat:0.15g
0.93%
Carbohydrates:5.41g
1.8%
Net Carbohydrates:4.29g
1.56%
Sugar:2.11g
2.35%
Cholesterol:182.57mg
60.86%
Sodium:3640.85mg
158.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.93g
47.85%
Vitamin C:53.08mg
64.34%
Vitamin K:31.06µg
29.58%
Copper:0.56mg
27.78%
Phosphorus:267.87mg
26.79%
Magnesium:55.12mg
13.78%
Potassium:465.8mg
13.31%
Zinc:1.74mg
11.62%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.59%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.97%
Calcium:106.78mg
10.68%
Vitamin A:484.55IU
9.69%
Iron:1.38mg
7.64%
Fiber:1.12g
4.47%
Folate:16.32µg
4.08%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.73%
Vitamin B3:0.53mg
2.65%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.54%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.04%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious