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Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta

Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta, a delightful dish perfect for any dinner!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican
Calories: 379

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound raw XL shrimp, shells and tails off
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1.5 tbsp Walkerwood Mild Jamaican Jerk seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 sprigs green onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth, low or no sodium
  • 6 ounces parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 16 ounces penne pasta noodles
  • 1/2 tsp adobo all purpose seasoning
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp Walkerwood Mild Jamaican Jerk seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • parsley, optional garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, add shrimp, jerk seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder – mix well until shrimp is evenly coated with seasoning.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Sear shrimp on each side for 2-3 minutes or until fully cooked.
  3. Cook noodles according to packaging (Al dente), then drain and set aside.
  4. In a large pot, add 1 tablespoon of oil and garlic, then cook for 1-2 minutes on medium high heat.
  5. Add the red pepper, green pepper, and green onion, then sauté for 3-5 minutes or until tender.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, coconut milk, and chicken broth, and allow it to simmer for 8-10 minutes while stirring every few minutes.
  7. Season sauce mixture with all purpose seasoning, pepper, jerk seasoning, paprika, and thyme - stir well.
  8. Slowly stir in Parmesan cheese and allow sauce to cook for 5-7 minutes (taste to make sure it’s seasoned to your liking – adjust if necessary).
  9. Add the noodles to the sauce mixture and cook for another 6-8 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
  10. Add jerk shrimp – stir well.
  11. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley (optional), and serve!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 379kcal

Notes

Customization is encouraged! Add your favorite vegetables or swap shrimp for chicken as desired.

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