Caribbean Shrimp Recipe

Name: Caribbean Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. instant minced onion; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 c. chopped green bell pepper; 1 (14.5 oz.) can whole tomatoes; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 1/4 tsp. ground allspice; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. ground red pepper; 1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1 Tbsp. fresh lime or lemon juice

Servings: persons

1
Combine the onion with two tablespoons of water; set aside to soften, about 10 minutes.
2
In a large skillet, heat the butter until hot.
3
Add the green pepper and onion; cook, stirring, until almost crisp and tender (about 3 minutes).
4
Add tomatoes, bay leaf, sugar, allspice, salt and ground red pepper, breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon.
5
Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes.
6
Add shrimp; cook and stir until pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
7
Stir in the lime juice. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
8
Serve on steamed rice, if desired.
9
Serves four.

192

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. instant minced onion, 2 Tbsp. butter, 1 c. chopped green bell pepper, 1 (14.5 oz.) can whole tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caribbean Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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