Jamaican Curry Shrimp Stew

This rich and comforting Curry Shrimp Stew is a flavorful Caribbean-inspired dish packed with tender shrimp, hearty vegetables, and warm island spices. Simmered in a lightly creamy coconut curry base with hints of thyme, garlic, and Scotch bonnet heat, this stew brings the perfect balance of bold flavor and cozy comfort. It’s an easy, one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy moms who want something satisfying, nourishing, and full of soul. Serve it on its own or with rice for a delicious, home-cooked meal the whole family will love.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Servings: 4 people

Course: Main, Main Course

Cuisine: Jamaican

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
1 cup peeled and diced potatoes.
1 cup diced carrots.
1 cup diced celery sticks.
3 corns chopped in small pieces
4 garlic clove minced
½ cup diced onion
1 cup diced assorted bell peppers.
1 scotch bonnet pepper
2 vine ripe tomatoes diced
3 stick fresh thyme
2 tsp salt divided 1n1
2 tsp black pepper divided1 n1
2 tsp onion powder divided1 n1
2 tsp garlic powder divided1 n1
2 tsp smoked paprika divided 1n1
1 tbsp and 1 tsp curry powder
2 tsp turmeric powder (divided 1 n 1
2 tsp creole seasoning divided1 n1
2 tsp old bay seasoning divided1n1
2 tbsp butter)
3 tbsp olive oil divided1 n2
1 ½ tsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 /4 cup water preferably hot

Method

Wash and clean shrimp, making sure they are all deveined, pat dry and remove excess water, drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and massage to coat well, season with 1 tsp of all the dried seasonings and set aside. Heat reaming 2 tbsp olive oil, add remining dry seasonings and stir well for 1 minute, add onions and garlic, and stir well to combine, cook for 1minute, add bell peppers, tomatoes, thyme and stir well to combine, cook for 2 minutes, then add celery, potatoes, corn coconut milk, water and remaining dry seasonings and mix well to combine, cover and cook for 10 minutes, then add seasoned shrimp and cook for 8 minutes, add butter and lemon juice, stir well to combine, let butter melts, turn off the heat and the shrimp will finish cooking.