Shrimp in Coconut Sauce with Jamaican Allspice: A Tropical Flavor Explosion

If you're craving a dish that captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine, this shrimp in coconut sauce with Jamaican pimento (allspice) is sure to transport your taste buds to the tropics. The sweetness of creamy coconut milk, the subtle heat of Scotch bonnet pepper, and the warm, fragrant kick of Jamaican pimento come together to create a mouthwatering sauce that perfectly complements tender, juicy shrimp.

Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or something special for guests, this dish is easy to make, yet packed with layers of irresistible flavor. Let’s dive into this tropical delight!

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs jumbo raw shrimp

3 cloves garlic (chopped)

1/2 small onion (chopped)

1/4 scotch bonnet pepper

3 stalks escallion (chopped)

1 tsp all-purpose seasoning

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 cup coconut milk

3 tbsp Thalia’s pimento cooking oil

Method

1. Place the shrimp in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of Thalia’s pimento cooking oil, 1/2 tsp all-purpose seasoning and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well.

2. Heat a large sauce pan over medium heat with 2 tablespoons Thalia’s pimento cooking oil. Add the chopped garlic, onion, escallion and scotch bonnet pepper. Saute’ for about 1 minute.

3. Add the shrimp and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until it starts getting pink.

4. Add the coconut milk and 1/2 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning. Allow to simmer for about 7 minutes. Serve.