How to Make Sweet and Spicy Jerk Shrimp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love a delicious, flavorful dish that combines both sweetness and a kick of heat? If you're a fan of bold and tasty flavors, then you'll absolutely adore this recipe for Sweet and Spicy Jerk Shrimp. It's the perfect dish for someone who is looking to add a little Caribbean flair to their dinner menu.

What makes this dish so special is the combination of sweet and spicy flavors that come together to create a mouthwatering and unforgettable experience for your taste buds. Th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds large shrimp in shells
  • 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple slices packed in 100% juice, drained, and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
  • 1 large red onion, sliced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper - halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 cups hot cooked brown rice
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line two 10x15-inch baking pans with foil.
  • Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired. Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
  • Gently toss shrimp together with pineapple, bell peppers, red onion, jalapeno, oil, and jerk seasoning in a large bowl. Divide mixture between the prepared pans.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until shrimp are opaque, about 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with brown rice and lime wedges.
  • Nutrition

    455 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 259mg
    • Sodium: 648mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 104mg
    • Calcium: 92mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 554mg