Best Spicy Caribbean Shrimp Recipes

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SPICY CALABRIAN SHRIMP



Spicy Calabrian Shrimp image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Calabrian chile paste
1 teaspoon lemon zest (1 lemon)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
1/2 small lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the Parmesan, olive oil, chile paste, lemon zest, oregano and salt. Add the shrimp and toss gently to coat.
  • Spread the shrimp evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until the shrimp are pink and opaque throughout, 8 to 10 minutes. Squeeze the lemon half over the shrimp while still hot. Serve warm.

SWEET AND SPICY JERK SHRIMP



Sweet and Spicy Jerk Shrimp image

Get a taste of island life with Jamaican jerk-seasoned shrimp, juicy pineapple, roasted veggies, and spicy jalapenos. Serve over salad greens or, for a heartier meal, with cooked brown rice.

Provided by Jamie

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 455.3 calories, Carbohydrate 61.1 g, Cholesterol 258.9 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 647.5 mg, Sugar 30.4 g

CARIBBEAN SHRIMP



Caribbean Shrimp image

Make and share this Caribbean Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kyle martin

Categories     Caribbean

Time 34m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon molasses
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 3/4 lbs shelled uncooked jumbo shrimp
1 lime, cut into wedges,for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat broiler.
  • Coat large broiler-pan rack with nonstick vegetable-oil cooking spray.
  • Mix brown sugar, allspice, black pepper, onion powder, thyme, salt and cayenne in bowl.
  • Whisk in oil, molasses and lime juice until smooth.
  • Add shrimp; toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes, stirring after 5 minutes.
  • Arrange shrimp in single layer on broiler-pan rack.
  • Broil about 4 inches from heat for 2 minutes.
  • Turn shrimp over.
  • Broil 1-2 minutes or until shrimp are cooked through.
  • Serve shrimp immediately with white rice if desired.
  • Garnish with lime wedges.
  • Pour drippings from broiler pan over shrimp, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.8, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 166.8, Sodium 946.5, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 18.3

CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY SHRIMP



Caribbean Holiday Shrimp image

Skewer these spicy marinated shrimp with toothpicks to create a yummy appetizer. Toss them with greens to make a special salad.

Provided by Sue

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Shrimp

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
2 limes, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds large cooked shrimp, peeled, tails on
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine oil, ginger, lime juice, garlic, soy sauce, sugar and red pepper; mix well. Stir in shrimp and cilantro. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before serving. Stir occasionally while chilling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 221.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 369 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

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