Jerk Shrimp Skewers Delight (Printable)

Grilled shrimp spiced with jerk seasoning, paired with coconut rice and lime for a tropical taste.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon brown sugar
07 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
08 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

→ Coconut Rice

09 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
10 - 1 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
11 - 1 cup water
12 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ For Serving

15 - Lime wedges
16 - Fresh cilantro, chopped

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, jerk seasoning, lime juice, minced garlic, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat all shrimp evenly. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes while preparing the rice.
02 - Rinse rice under cold running water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover with lid, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is fully absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat, fluff with fork, and stir in lime juice and cilantro.
03 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers in alternating pattern. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes prior to threading to prevent burning.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place shrimp skewers on grill grates and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque with light char marks.
05 - Divide coconut rice among serving plates. Top with grilled shrimp skewers and garnish with lime wedges and additional fresh cilantro.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The shrimp marinate in just 15 minutes, so last-minute dinner decisions actually work.
  • Jerk seasoning packs genuine flavor without pretense, making you feel like you know what you're doing in the kitchen.
  • Everything is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, so you're not sacrificing anyone at the table.
02 -
  • If your shrimp cook longer than 4 minutes total, they'll turn rubbery, so keep your heat high and your attention sharp.
  • That white stuff that sometimes bleeds out of shrimp while cooking is protein, totally normal, and you can wipe it away if it bothers you.
03 -
  • Oil your grill grates with a folded paper towel held in tongs right before cooking, it prevents sticking better than any spray.
  • Let the coconut rice rest covered for 5 minutes after removing from heat, it firms up and becomes easier to plate.
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