Calypso Shrimp

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 4

Delectable Calypso Shrimp Recipe with a Caribbean Twist

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	24 large shrimp
	4 tablespoons butter
	1 teaspoon fresh ginger
	1 teaspoon chopped garlic
	3/4 tablespoon curry paste
	1 tablespoon tamarind paste
	1/2 cup Coco Lopez ( this is a coconut liquer that you can get in the liquor store )
	2 tablespoons brown sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

379

Sugar

15g

Fat

22g

The Calypso Shrimp is a delicious seafood dish that originates from the Caribbean. The curry paste, tamarind, and Coco Lopez give the dish a tropical twist. A complete meal in itself, it can be served with steamed white rice or any other herb-infused rice. The dish is quintessentially Caribbean in its flavor and a must-try for anyone who loves seafood.

Instructions

1.	Clean and devein the shrimp.
2.	In a medium-sized pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
3.	Add the ginger and garlic to the butter and sauté for 1 minute.
4.	Add curry paste and tamarind paste to the pan and stir for 1 minute.
5.	Add Coco Lopez and brown sugar and stir well.
6.	Simmer the mixture for 3 minutes.
7.	Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook for 5 minutes or until the shrimp is pink.
8.	Serve hot with steamed rice and garnish with chopped cilantro.

PROS

The Calypso Shrimp is a flavorful and filling seafood dish that will transport you to the warm and spicy flavors of the Caribbean.

The dish is easy to make and can be prepared in less than 30 minutes.

The beautiful orange and pink colors of the dish make it a visually appealing meal.

CONS

The Calypso Shrimp contains a high amount of fat and calories due to the use of butter and Coco Lopez.

The dish may be too spicy for some taste buds.

Shrimps may cause an allergic reaction in some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This seafood dish is a great source of lean protein, and the shrimps are also rich in minerals such as Vitamin B12, Iron, and Phosphorus.
The ginger and garlic used in the dish have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that contribute to improving the immune system and lowering the risk of chronic diseases.
The curry paste contains turmeric, which has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding digestion.