Description
This Jerk Steak & Shrimp over Yellow Rice recipe is a bold and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant taste of the Caribbean right to your kitchen. Smoky, spicy jerk-marinated steak and shrimp are paired with fragrant yellow rice for a meal that’s both comforting and exciting. Perfect for a weekend dinner or a special gathering, this dish is packed with bold spices, fresh herbs, and bright flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
1. For the Jerk Steak & Shrimp
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2. For the Jerk Marinade
- 2 scotch bonnet or habanero peppers (seeds removed for less heat)
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 4 green onions
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp allspice
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
3. For the Yellow Rice
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: Blend all marinade ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Marinate the Meat: Place steak and shrimp in separate bowls. Pour half the marinade over each, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Yellow Rice: Heat butter/oil in a pot. Add turmeric, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in rice. Add chicken broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 18-20 minutes until fluffy.
- Grill the Steak: Heat a grill or pan over medium-high. Cook steak 4-6 minutes per side. Rest 5-10 minutes, then slice.
- Cook the Shrimp: Grill or sauté shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Assemble and Serve: Spoon rice onto plates. Top with sliced steak and shrimp. Drizzle with juices and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Marinate the steak and shrimp longer for deeper flavor.
- Adjust heat level by reducing the number of peppers or removing seeds.
- For added freshness, garnish with chopped herbs and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling / Searing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 180mg