caribbeaneasy

Jamaican Pepper Shrimp

Name: Jamaican Pepper Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: caribbean
Ingredients: 1 lb Shrimp; 2 chopped Scotch Bonnet; 1 tablespoon All-purpose Seasoning; 2 tsp Ground Annatto; 2 tsp Allspice; 3/4 cup Shrimp Stock; 1/4 cup Onion; 2 cloves minced Garlic; 2 tablespoons White Vinegar; 3 sprigs Thyme; To taste Salt

A classic Jamaican seafood from TheMealDB community kitchen — straightforward technique, real ingredients.

Updated April 25, 2026

min total

servings

347

cal / serving

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Origin

Categorized as Jamaican Seafood in TheMealDB. Original source: https://www.myforkinglife.com/jamaican-pepper-shrimp-recipe/#recipe

Ingredients

1 lbShrimp
2 choppedScotch Bonnet
1 tablespoonAll-purpose Seasoning
2 tspGround Annatto
2 tspAllspice
3/4 cupShrimp Stock
1/4 cupOnion
2 cloves mincedGarlic
2 tablespoonsWhite Vinegar
3 sprigsThyme
To tasteSalt

Instructions

01
In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with minced Scotch Bonnet peppers, all-purpose seasoning, ground annatto, and grounf allspice. Toss well to coat evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
02
Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the shrimp stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
03
Add the seasoned shrimp and thyme sprigs, spreading the shrimp in the pan. Cover and cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn bright orange and are cooked through.
04
Add the white vinegar, stir, and cook for another minute. Taste; add salt to taste. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the shrimp to a plate. Serve hot with some cooking liquid drizzled on top.