Jerk Shrimp Pasta Dish (Printable Version)

Tender shrimp in spicy jerk sauce with creamy cheese and bell peppers over gluten-free fusilli pasta.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz gluten-free fusilli pasta

→ Seafood

02 - 1 1/2 lbs jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced

→ Dairy

05 - 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
06 - 6 oz parmesan cheese, grated
07 - 3 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded

→ Liquids

08 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Spices and Seasonings

10 - 1 3/4 tbsp jerk seasoning
11 - 1/4 tsp roasted garlic powder
12 - 1 1/4 tsp Hungarian paprika
13 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
14 - 3/4 tsp red bell pepper seasoning
15 - 1/8 tsp ginger powder
16 - 1/2 tsp salt

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Boil gluten-free fusilli in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
02 - In a bowl, toss shrimp with jerk seasoning, roasted garlic powder, and Hungarian paprika until evenly coated.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until opaque and pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
04 - Add remaining olive oil to the skillet and sauté orange and green bell peppers until slightly translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
05 - Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, jerk seasoning, paprika, thyme, red bell pepper seasoning, ginger powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly to combine.
06 - Add parmesan and mozzarella cheeses to the sauce. Stir continuously until cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
07 - Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, then add cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything evenly and heat through.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For best flavor, use freshly grated parmesan and shred mozzarella yourself.