
Succulent shrimp in a creamy coconut curry with Caribbean spices
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Succulent shrimp in a creamy coconut curry with Caribbean spices
A quick, fragrant shrimp curry made with coconut milk, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, and allspice — Caribbean comfort in 30 minutes.
15m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
35m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
(Updated )
Caribbean curry differs from its Indian and Thai cousins in its use of allspice, thyme, and Scotch bonnet peppers alongside the curry powder. The result is something warmly aromatic with a fruity, fiery heat that is unique to the islands.
Shrimp cook quickly, which makes this a weeknight-friendly curry that comes together faster than most. The coconut milk creates a rich, creamy sauce that begs to be spooned over rice or soaked up with roti.
Heat the coconut oil and saute the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and tomato until softened.
Add the curry powder and allspice and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the coconut milk and add the whole Scotch bonnet and thyme sprigs.
Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Add the shrimp and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until pink and curled.
Remove the Scotch bonnet and thyme. Serve over steamed rice.
Serve with warm corn tortillas and fresh lime wedges
Top with crumbled queso fresco and sliced avocado
Pair with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans
Keep the Scotch bonnet whole for flavor without too much heat — piercing it releases more capsaicin.
This sauce works beautifully with chicken or fish too.
A squeeze of lime at the end brightens the whole dish.
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop, in the oven, or in the microwave until hot.
Per serving (1 serving) · 4 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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