Jerk Shrimp Kebabs Recipe

Name: Jerk Shrimp Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup bottled jerk sauce or Caribbean Jerk Seasoning, recipe follows; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger; 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; 1 large onion, cut into chunks; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch square chunks; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried, crushed Scotch bonnet pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried chives; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1/2 cup bottled jerk sauce or Caribbean Jerk Seasoning, recipe follows
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 large onion, cut into chunks
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch square chunks
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried, crushed Scotch bonnet pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried chives
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Vegetable oil

1
If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes.
2
Preheat the broiler or prepare the grill.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together the jerk sauce, (or jerk seasoning, if using) 1/2 cup olive oil, and ginger.
4
Add the shrimp and toss to coat.
5
Cover and marinate for 15 minutes.
6
In a separate bowl, toss the tomatoes, onions, peppers, and parsley with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Skewer the vegetables and shrimp.
9
Place the skewers on a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, or, if grilling, place on the grill.
10
Cook, turning once, until the vegetables are tender and the shrimp are opaque, 5 to 6 minutes more.
11
Garnish with parsley before serving.
12
Combine all ingredients but vegetable oil in a bowl until well-mixed.
13
Add oil to create a marinade to your desired consistency.
14
Store in an airtight container.

420

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup bottled jerk sauce or Caribbean Jerk Seasoning, recipe follows, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger, 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, and more.

Yes, Jerk Shrimp Kebabs 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.

Jerk Shrimp Kebabs

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