Spicy Jerk Shrimp

Name: Spicy Jerk Shrimp
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds fresh or frozen large shrimp in shells; 4 (1/4 inch thick) slices peeled and cored fresh pineapple, halved; 2 cups bite-size strips red sweet pepper; 2 cups sliced red onions; 1 fresh jalapeño chile pepper, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced (see Tip); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning; ½ cup coarsely snipped fresh cilantro; 1 ⅓ cups hot cooked brown rice; Lime wedges

Rating: 5 stars

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Here's a shrimp sheet pan supper that's roasted and caramelized to perfection! The pineapple in this recipe makes a sweet sauce that balances the heat of the Jamaican jerk seasoning.

Diabetic Living Magazine

Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Recipe Summary

active:

5 mins

total:

50 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Heart Healthy

Low-Calorie

Dairy-Free

Diabetic Appropriate

Egg Free

Gluten-Free

Low Sodium

Nut-Free

High Blood Pressure

Soy-Free

Healthy Aging

Healthy Immunity

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line two 15x10-inch baking pans with foil.

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Step 2

Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired. Rinse shrimp; pat dry. In an extra-large bowl combine shrimp and the next six ingredients (through jerk seasoning); toss gently to coat. Divide mixture between the prepared pans. Roast 15 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.
Step 3

Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with brown rice and lime wedges.

Tips

Tip: Chile peppers contain oils that can irritate your skin and eyes. Wear plastic or rubber gloves when working with them.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5 ounces shrimp and 1 cup pineapple mixture

Per Serving:

351 calories; protein 33.5g; carbohydrates 37.2g; dietary fiber 5.1g; sugars 12.1g; fat 8.5g; saturated fat 1.3g; cholesterol 238.3mg; vitamin a iu 2078.4IU; vitamin c 118.6mg; folate 62.2mcg; calcium 134mg; iron 1.9mg; magnesium 101.2mg; potassium 787mg; sodium 411.3mg.

Exchanges:

4 lean protein, 2 vegetable, 1 starch, 1/2 fruit