Description
Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta is a vibrant dish that brings the flavors of the Caribbean right to your table. This delightful recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich coconut milk sauce, infused with aromatic curry and accompanied by colorful bell peppers. The combination of fresh ingredients and tropical flair makes this dish not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering, Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta is easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its creamy texture and enticing aromas, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté sliced bell peppers until tender-crisp.
- Add minced garlic and shrimp; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (about 3 minutes per side).
- Stir in coconut milk and curry powder; let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce mixture; toss well to coat.
- Serve hot with additional coconut milk drizzled on top if desired.
Notes
– For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp in lime juice before cooking.
– Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or snap peas for added nutrition.
– Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different protein options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg