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Caribbean Garlic Butter Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet Heat.

ring a little island flavor to your dinner table with this Caribbean Garlic Butter Shrimp. Seasoned shrimp are nestled in a buttery garlic sauce with fresh ginger, smoky paprika, and a fiery touch of Scotch bonnet pepper. A little ketchup adds tangy sweetness, while coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce brings savory depth. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of green onions, every bite is rich, zesty, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Course: Main, Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. large shrimp9 peeled and deveined)
  • ½ tsp salt white pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground scotch bonnet pepper, lemon pepper
  • 1 tbsp coconut aminos or low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • Small pinch of ginger grated
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • The greens of 2 green onions for garnish
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp water.

Method
 

  1. Wash shrimp in water with vinegar or lemon juice ( optional). Pat dry and season with all the seasonings, except for the scotch bonnet pepper ( cover and marinade for at least 30 minutes. Heat oil on medium heat, brown shrimp for 2 minutes on each sides. In the same pan add the butter, add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 2 minutes while stirring constantly. Add the coconut aminos, ketchup and the scotch bonnet pepper and water . Add the shrimp, cover and cook for 10 minutes , then sprinkle the lemon juice on.

Notes

Caribbean Garlic Butter Shrimp with Scotch Bonnet Heat
Bring a little island flavor to your dinner table with this Caribbean Garlic Butter Shrimp. Seasoned shrimp are nestled in a buttery garlic sauce with fresh ginger, smoky paprika, and a fiery touch of Scotch bonnet pepper. A little ketchup adds tangy sweetness, while coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce brings savory depth. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of green onions, every bite is rich, zesty, and full of flavor.
Serve it over fluffy rice, alongside steamed vegetables, or with warm bread to soak up that delicious sauce. It’s a satisfying dish for a weeknight dinner or whenever you’re craving a little Caribbean comfort.