25 Jerk Shrimp Dinner Recipes That’ll Make You The Kitchen Hero

There’s something absolutely magical about jerk seasoning that transforms ordinary shrimp into an explosion of Caribbean flavors. Whether you’re craving that perfect balance of sweet spicy and smoky or you want to impress your dinner guests without breaking a sweat these jerk shrimp recipes are about to become your secret weapon.

I’ve been obsessed with jerk flavors ever since my first bite of authentic Jamaican cuisine and let me tell you – once you master these recipes you’ll never look at plain shrimp the same way again. From quick weeknight dinners to impressive weekend spreads these 25 recipes will have everyone asking for your secret.

Pro Tip: The key to incredible jerk shrimp is all in the marinade time and not overcooking those beautiful little crustaceans. Shrimp cook fast – we’re talking 2-3 minutes per side max!

1. Classic Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice

This recipe is pure comfort food without the guilt. The cauliflower rice soaks up all those incredible jerk flavors while keeping things light and healthy1.

Ingredients:

• 10 oz large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 Tbsp fresh squeezed orange juice
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1 Tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp green onions chopped
• 1 Tbsp jalapeño seeded and finely chopped

For the Jerk Seasoning:

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/8 tsp allspice
• 1/8 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/8 tsp sea salt

For the Cauliflower Rice:

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 green bell pepper chopped
• 1 jalapeño seeded and finely chopped
• 1 cup fresh pineapple chopped
• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/8 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
• 1 (15 oz) can red kidney beans
• 2 Tbsp cilantro chopped

Instructions:

1. Mix all jerk seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Toss shrimp with olive oil vinegar orange juice honey soy sauce and jerk seasoning. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and jalapeño cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add pineapple and cauliflower rice season with garlic powder salt pepper and cinnamon. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in orange juice and kidney beans cook until heated through.
5. In another skillet cook marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
6. Serve shrimp over cauliflower rice garnish with cilantro and green onions1.

2. Honey Jerk Shrimp with Sticky Glaze

This recipe brings that perfect sweet-heat balance that’ll have you licking your fingers clean. The honey creates this gorgeous glaze that coats every single shrimp2.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 Tbsp jerk marinade
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves
• 4-5 whole pimento seeds crushed
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1 Tbsp jerk marinade

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with salt pepper garlic thyme crushed pimento seeds and jerk marinade. Mix well to coat.
2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes flipping halfway through. Remove and set aside.
3. Add stock to the same bowl used for seasoning scraping up any remaining marinade. Pour into skillet.
4. Add honey soy sauce and additional jerk marinade. Simmer until sauce thickens to your liking.
5. Return shrimp to skillet and toss until thoroughly coated in the sticky glaze.
6. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve immediately2.

Pro Tip: Don’t walk away from the pan when making the glaze – honey can go from perfect to burnt in seconds!

3. One-Pan Jerk Shrimp and Green Peppers Skillet

When you need dinner on the table in 15 minutes flat this is your go-to recipe. Everything cooks in one pan which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor3.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 onion minced
• 1 green bell pepper diced
• 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl combine shrimp with 1 Tbsp olive oil jerk seasoning and cumin. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and sear for 1 minute per side.
3. Add onion and red pepper flakes season with salt. Add green bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp is pink.
4. Deglaze with broth and give a quick stir. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve over rice bulgur or pasta3.

4. Grilled Jerk Shrimp Skewers

Nothing beats the smoky char you get from grilling these beauties. Perfect for summer barbecues or when you want to feel like you’re dining beachside4.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk marinade
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• Wooden skewers soaked in water

Instructions:

1. Mix shrimp with jerk marinade and let sit for 30-60 minutes in the refrigerator.
2. Thread marinated shrimp onto soaked skewers.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
4. Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred4.

Pro Tip: Soak those wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill!

5. Succulent Oven-Baked Jerk Shrimp

When it’s too cold to grill or you just want to set it and forget it this oven method delivers incredible results with minimal effort5.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 large shrimp cleaned with shells on
• 1 Tbsp Jamaican jerk marinade
• 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil divided
• 1 1/2 Tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4-8 sprigs thyme
• 3 scallions divided
• 1 lemon juiced
• 1 Tbsp parsley
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 clementine juiced

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 525°F (broil). Clean shrimp with half the lemon juice and cool water. Split shrimp down the middle and devein leaving shells on.
2. Mix 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil jerk marinade ginger black pepper clementine juice 1 chopped scallion and honey in a bowl.
3. Drizzle remaining olive oil in a roasting tray. Lay shrimp shell-side down and pour marinade over exposed flesh.
4. Tuck thyme and remaining scallions between shrimp. Roast for 6-8 minutes.
5. Move to top rack for final 2 minutes. Drizzle with remaining lemon juice and parsley before serving5.

6. Homemade Jerk Shrimp with Fresh Marinade

When you want to control every single flavor note making your own jerk marinade from scratch is the way to go. This recipe creates enough marinade to store for future use6.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 1/2 cup scallions finely chopped
• 2 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp ground pimento (allspice)
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 hot pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 3 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1/4 cup cooking oil
• 1 Tbsp vinegar

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients except shrimp in a food processor and process until well combined.
2. Season shrimp generously with the jerk marinade and let sit for 20 minutes.
3. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan and cook shrimp for about 5 minutes per side.
4. Serve with lime wedges and crusty bread or over rice with vegetables6.

7. Competition-Style Grilled Jerk Shrimp

This recipe comes straight from the BBQ competition circuit and will absolutely blow your mind with its complex flavor profile7.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs raw shrimp 13/15 count peeled/deveined tail on
• 1 cup jerk marinade (recipe below)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 red bell pepper thinly sliced
• 1/2 yellow bell pepper thinly sliced
• 1 medium onion thinly sliced
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic
• 1 Tbsp minced ginger
• 1 tsp jerk seasoning
• Lemon and lime wedges

Jerk Marinade:

• 5-6 scallions chopped
• 1 medium onion diced
• 4 scotch bonnet peppers diced
• 6 cloves garlic smashed
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 2 Tbsp fresh ginger
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme leaves
• Juice from 1 lime
• Juice from 1 lemon
• 3 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions:

1. Make marinade by processing all ingredients in a food processor for 2-3 minutes until semi-smooth.
2. Marinate shrimp in 1 cup of the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
3. Grill shrimp over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Sauté peppers onions garlic and ginger with remaining marinade until tender.
5. Serve shrimp over the vegetable mixture with citrus wedges7.

8. Sheet Pan Baked Jamaican Jerk Shrimp

This is meal prep heaven right here. Everything goes on one sheet pan and you’ve got dinner plus leftovers for days8.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 Tbsp olive oil separated
• 1 Tbsp dry jerk seasoning
• 1 green bell pepper sliced
• 1 red bell pepper sliced
• 1/2 red onion sliced
• 1 cup chopped pineapple
• Salt and pepper about 1/2 tsp each

Instructions:

1. Toss shrimp with 1/2 Tbsp olive oil and jerk seasoning. Marinate in fridge for 20 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 450°F. Line sheet pan with non-stick foil.
3. Toss bell peppers onion and pineapple with remaining olive oil salt and pepper. Bake 15 minutes.
4. Move vegetables to one side add marinated shrimp in single layer. Bake additional 10 minutes.
5. Serve with warm tortillas lettuce wraps or over rice8.

9. Quick Stovetop Jerk Shrimp

Sometimes you need dinner in under 10 minutes and this recipe delivers without sacrificing any flavor. It’s become my go-to weeknight savior9.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp ketchup

Instructions:

1. Mix jerk seasoning lime juice honey soy sauce and ketchup to create marinade.
2. Toss shrimp with marinade and let sit 15 minutes.
3. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
5. Serve immediately with your favorite sides9.

10. Simple Caribbean Jerk Shrimp

This is the recipe that started my jerk shrimp obsession. It’s ridiculously simple but packs a serious flavor punch10.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb jumbo shrimp
• Caribbean jerk seasoning to taste
• 1/4 cup butter melted

Instructions:

1. If using frozen shrimp completely thaw and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Heat large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add melted butter and shrimp to hot skillet.
4. Sprinkle with Caribbean jerk seasoning to taste.
5. Keep shrimp moving in pan cooking until hot and slightly browned about 3 minutes.
6. Can also be made in broiler or on grill for 2-3 minutes10.

11. Jerk Shrimp Fried Rice

This fusion dish combines the best of Caribbean and Asian flavors. It’s comfort food with a serious kick11.

Ingredients:

• 200g shrimp cleaned
• 1 Tbsp jerk marinade
• 1/2 Tbsp all-purpose seasoning
• 1/2 Tbsp garlic powder
• 1/2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 1/2 medium brown onion diced
• 2 cloves garlic diced
• 1/2 medium red bell pepper chopped
• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup frozen peas and vegetables
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 eggs
• Cooked rice

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with jerk marinade all-purpose seasoning garlic powder and jerk seasoning. Massage together.
2. Heat oil in wok for 2-3 minutes. Cook shrimp on medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Add onions and garlic to same pan cook 2 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and bell pepper cook 5 minutes.
4. Season vegetables with salt and pepper. Push to one side and crack eggs into wok.
5. Scramble eggs then mix with vegetables. Add cooked rice and shrimp back to pan.
6. Stir everything together and cook until heated through11.

12. Grilled Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with Dipping Sauce

The dipping sauce in this recipe is absolutely addictive. I’ve been known to make extra just to use on other dishes throughout the week12.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp Caribbean jerk seasoning
• 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup mayo
• Hot sauce to taste
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Pat shrimp dry and place in bowl. Add 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp jerk seasoning half the lime juice and all cilantro. Mix to coat.
2. Make dipping sauce by combining mayo remaining soy sauce remaining jerk seasoning remaining lime juice and hot sauce.
3. Thread shrimp onto soaked skewers.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill shrimp 2-3 minutes per side.
5. Serve with dipping sauce and lime wedges12.

13. Fire-Grilled Jerk Shrimp

This recipe is pure fire – literally and figuratively. The dry jerk seasoning creates an incredible crust on the shrimp13.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs jumbo shrimp
• 3 Tbsp dry jerk seasoning
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp lime juice

Instructions:

1. Pat shrimp completely dry and toss with olive oil.
2. Season generously with dry jerk seasoning making sure each shrimp is well coated.
3. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
4. Grill over high heat for 2 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
5. Finish with fresh lime juice before serving13.

14. Sheet Pan Jamaican Jerk Shrimp with Pineapple

The pineapple in this recipe caramelizes beautifully and balances out the heat from the jerk seasoning. It’s like a tropical vacation on a plate14.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 20-oz can pineapple slices drained and cut into 2″ pieces
• 1 red onion thinly sliced
• 1 jalapeño seeded and diced
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp Jamaican jerk seasoning
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• Lime slices for serving

Instructions:

1. Add shrimp pineapple red onion jalapeño soy sauce olive oil jerk seasoning and salt to a large resealable bag. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Marinate at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. Spread mixture in single layer on prepared sheet. Bake 13-15 minutes until shrimp are cooked through.
5. Drizzle with lime juice and cilantro before serving over rice14.

15. Jerk Shrimp Tacos

These tacos bring serious Caribbean vibes to taco Tuesday. The combination of spicy shrimp with cool creamy toppings is absolutely perfect.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 avocado sliced
• 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• Lime wedges
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions:

1. Toss shrimp with jerk seasoning and olive oil. Let marinate 15 minutes.
2. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side.
3. Warm tortillas in dry skillet or microwave.
4. Fill tortillas with shrimp cabbage avocado red onion and cilantro.
5. Serve with lime wedges and sour cream.

16. Jerk Shrimp and Rice Bowl

This is my go-to meal prep recipe. Make a big batch on Sunday and you’ve got lunch sorted for the week.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
• 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
• 1 mango diced
• 1 red bell pepper diced
• 1/4 cup red onion diced
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 cup cilantro

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning and 1 Tbsp olive oil.
2. Cook shrimp in hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.
3. Combine rice black beans mango bell pepper and red onion in large bowl.
4. Whisk remaining olive oil with lime juice and pour over rice mixture.
5. Top with cooked shrimp and fresh cilantro.

17. Coconut Jerk Shrimp Curry

This recipe adds creamy coconut milk to mellow out the heat while keeping all those incredible jerk flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 onion sliced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 Tbsp ginger minced
• 1 bell pepper sliced
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp curry powder
• Salt to taste
• Cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with 1 Tbsp jerk seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil in large skillet. Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side remove and set aside.
3. Add onion garlic and ginger to same pan. Cook until fragrant.
4. Add bell pepper tomato paste remaining jerk seasoning and curry powder. Cook 2 minutes.
5. Pour in coconut milk and simmer 5 minutes. Return shrimp to pan and heat through.
6. Serve over rice with cilantro garnish.

18. Jerk Shrimp Pasta

Who says jerk flavors can’t work with pasta? This fusion dish is absolutely incredible and comes together in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 12 oz penne pasta
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion sliced
• 2 bell peppers sliced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
• 2 Tbsp butter
• Fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water.
2. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning. Cook in hot olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Add onion and bell peppers to same pan. Cook until softened.
4. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Pour in cream and simmer.
5. Add cooked pasta shrimp butter and parmesan. Toss with pasta water as needed.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley.

19. Jerk Shrimp Salad

This light and refreshing salad is perfect for hot summer days when you want something flavorful but not too heavy.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 6 cups mixed greens
• 1 mango sliced
• 1 avocado sliced
• 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning and cook in hot skillet 2-3 minutes per side.
2. Arrange greens on plates and top with mango avocado and red onion.
3. Whisk olive oil lime juice honey salt and pepper for dressing.
4. Top salad with warm shrimp and toasted coconut.
5. Drizzle with dressing before serving.

20. Jerk Shrimp Quesadillas

These quesadillas are crispy cheesy and packed with spicy jerk shrimp. They’re perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 bell pepper diced
• 1/4 cup red onion diced
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• Sour cream and salsa for serving

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning and cook in hot skillet 2-3 minutes per side. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
2. Sauté bell pepper and onion until softened.
3. Place cheese shrimp and vegetables on half of each tortilla. Fold over.
4. Cook quesadillas in clean skillet until golden and cheese melts about 3 minutes per side.
5. Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa.

21. Jerk Shrimp Stuffed Avocados

This recipe is Instagram-worthy and incredibly satisfying. The creamy avocado pairs perfectly with the spicy shrimp.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb small shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 3 large avocados halved and pitted
• 1/4 cup red onion diced
• 1 tomato diced
• 2 Tbsp cilantro
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning and cook 2-3 minutes per side. Let cool slightly.
2. Scoop out some avocado flesh to create larger wells.
3. Combine cooked shrimp red onion tomato cilantro lime juice and olive oil.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Fill avocado halves with shrimp mixture and serve immediately.

22. Jerk Shrimp and Sweet Potato Hash

This hearty hash makes an incredible brunch dish or satisfying dinner. The sweet potatoes balance out the heat beautifully.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 large sweet potatoes diced
• 1 onion diced
• 1 bell pepper diced
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 4 eggs
• 2 Tbsp cilantro
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in large skillet. Cook sweet potatoes until tender and golden about 10 minutes.
2. Add onion and bell pepper cook until softened.
3. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning and remaining oil. Add to skillet and cook 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Create wells in hash and crack eggs into them. Cover and cook until eggs are set.
5. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

23. Jerk Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

These fresh crunchy wraps are perfect when you want all the flavor without the carbs.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 1 head butter lettuce leaves separated
• 1 mango diced
• 1/2 cucumber diced
• 1/4 cup red onion diced
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 avocado sliced

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning and cook 2-3 minutes per side.
2. Combine mango cucumber red onion cilantro lime juice and olive oil.
3. Place shrimp and mango mixture in lettuce cups.
4. Top with avocado slices and serve immediately.

24. Jerk Shrimp Pizza

This fusion pizza brings Caribbean flavors to your favorite comfort food. It’s surprisingly delicious!

Ingredients:

• 1 pizza dough
• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 red onion sliced
• 1/2 bell pepper sliced
• 1/4 cup pineapple chunks
• 2 Tbsp cilantro

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Roll out pizza dough on baking sheet.
2. Season shrimp with jerk seasoning and cook 2-3 minutes per side.
3. Spread sauce on dough top with cheese shrimp onion bell pepper and pineapple.
4. Bake 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

25. Jerk Shrimp Soup

This warming soup is perfect for cooler weather when you still want those bright Caribbean flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 onion diced
• 2 carrots diced
• 2 celery stalks diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 sweet potato diced
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp cilantro
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Season shrimp with 1 Tbsp jerk seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil in large pot. Sauté onion carrots and celery until softened.
3. Add garlic and remaining jerk seasoning cook 1 minute.
4. Add broth coconut milk sweet potato and tomatoes. Simmer 15 minutes.
5. Add shrimp and cook 3-4 minutes until pink.
6. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Final Pro Tips for Jerk Shrimp Success:

• Don’t overcook the shrimp – they go from perfect to rubbery in seconds
• Pat shrimp dry before seasoning for better flavor adhesion
• Let the marinade work – even 15 minutes makes a huge difference
• Adjust the heat – start with less jerk seasoning if you’re sensitive to spice
• Fresh is best – use fresh thyme garlic and citrus when possible

These 25 jerk shrimp recipes will transform your dinner game completely. Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding a crowd there’s a recipe here that’ll become your new favorite. The beauty of jerk seasoning is that it works with so many different cooking methods and flavor combinations – you’ll never get bored!

Remember cooking should be fun and experimental. Don’t be afraid to adjust seasonings to your taste or swap ingredients based on what you have on hand. The most important thing is to enjoy the process and the incredible flavors you’re creating. Happy cooking!