Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta
Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta is a tropical delight that brings the vibrant flavors of Jamaican cuisine right to your table. This dish features succulent shrimp tossed with colorful bell peppers and perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich coconut milk-based sauce. Bursting with spices and creamy goodness, this dish is perfect for any occasion, promising an unforgettable culinary experience that will transport your taste buds to paradise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red, yellow, green), chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Jamaican seasoning (or jerk seasoning)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and peeling shrimp.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic and onion in olive oil for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and Jamaican seasoning; cook for 3-5 minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Pour in coconut milk and heavy cream; stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet until evenly coated with the sauce; serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 335g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg