jamaican hot pepper shrimp

Americus, GA
Updated on Jun 12, 2013

I found this recipe on epicurious.com. I needed something that didn't need to be put in the oven and this sounded wonderful. I was a little afraid of the heat, but it was just right. If you like lots of heat, put in more of the habanero/Scotch bonnet chiles. Be careful with those chiles, the smell/aroma really got to me when I was cleaning/cutting them. We loved this and it really wasn't too hot. I hope you enjoy.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallion
  • 4 - garlic cloves, crushed
  • 3 - fresh thyme sprigs
  • 3 - fresh scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, halved and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 10 - whole allspice
  • 1 pound large shrimp in shell (21-25 per lb.)

How To Make jamaican hot pepper shrimp

  • Step 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.
  • Step 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. Transfer shrimp with a slotted spoon to a plate or bowl and drizzle some of the cooking liquid on top.

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Category: Fish
Category: Seafood
Keyword: #shrimp
Keyword: #heat
Ingredient: Seafood
Culture: Caribbean
Method: Stove Top

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