lunch · gluten-free · dairy-free
Jamaican pepper shrimp
Jamaica's roadside snack: shell-on shrimp simmered in a fiery Scotch bonnet, allspice and thyme broth. Peel and eat.
- Time
- 30min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Contains crustacean shellfish.
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Method
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1
Toss the shrimp with the allspice, paprika, cayenne and salt.
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2
Heat the oil in a wide pan and cook the garlic, Scotch bonnets, scallions and thyme for 2 minutes.
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3
Add the water and hibiscus (if using) and simmer 5 minutes to make a peppery broth.
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4
Add the shrimp and cook, stirring, until pink and just cooked, 3-4 minutes.
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5
Squeeze over the lime. Serve warm or chilled with some of the broth, with napkins.
