Jerked Shrimp With Melon Salsa Recipes

CARIBBEAN JERK SHRIMP WITH MELON SALSA

Steps:

• Toss shrimp, oil, half the lime juice, and jerk seasoning in a bowl. Let marinate 10 minutes while grill heats up.
• Meanwhile, toss canteloupe, honeydew, cilantro, red onion, and remaining lime juice in a bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Thread four shrimp on each skewer and grill, brushing with the marinade, until opaque, about 5 minutes.
• Place shrimp on top of greens, with some salsa alongside, and a wedge of lime for garnish.

JERKED SHRIMP WITH MELON SALSA

Steps:

• Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Toss shrimp, oil, 2 teaspoons lime juice, and jerk seasoning blend in medium bowl. Let marinate 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, toss cantaloupe, honeydew, cilantro, red onion, and remaining 2 teaspoons lime juice in medium bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper.
• Thread shrimp onto metal skewers. Grill until opaque in center, occasionally brushing with marinade, about 5 minutes. Serve with salsa and lime wedges.

CARIBBEAN JERK SHRIMP

Steps:

• I use 1 pound jumbo shrimp, precooked frozen, peeled and deveined, tails can be either on or off.
• The most important thing to remember with this recipe is to completely thaw the precooked, frozen shrimp in a colander. When most of the water drains off, pat dry the shrimp as much as possible with paper towels. (Or start with fresh, peeled, deveined shrimp, precooked. A lot of grocers will steam them at no extra charge.).
• Turn your burner on medium high (almost high) and set your large non stick skillet or wok over the burner. When skillet begins to get really hot, but NOT smoking, quickly add the melted butter and shrimp.
• Sprinkle on the Caribbean Jerk Seasoning to taste. It's hot and spicy so be careful if you don't like the heat.
• Keep the shrimp moving in the pan, glazing the shrimp with the hot butter and spices.
• Cook just until hot and slightly browned. (only about 3 minutes or even less depending on the heat of your skillet).
• You can also make these in the broiler or on the grill after tossing the shrimp in melted butter, sprinkling on Caribbean Jerk Seasoning and spreading them on a broiler pan or open grill. Broil for only 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely.

GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD WITH MELON AND FETA

Steps:

• Light a charcoal or gas grill or heat the broiler. Make the fire as hot as it will get and, if using a broiler, put the rack close to the heat source.
• While the grill heats up, lightly crack the coriander seeds in a mortar and pestle, or with the side of a knife on a cutting board. (Careful: They can roll around.) Put them in a small dry skillet over medium heat and toast, shaking the pan once or twice until fragrant, 1 to 3 minutes. Pour into a small bowl.
• Using a Microplane or other grater, grate zest from both limes straight into the bowl with coriander. Grate in the garlic (no need to wash the grater in between), then add the chile and a large pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk in oil.
• Pat shrimp dry, then transfer to a medium bowl and season with a pinch each salt and black pepper. Give the coriander mixture a stir, then pour half of it over the shrimp, reserving the rest for the salad. Toss shrimp to coat and set aside while preparing the other ingredients.
• Cut the zested limes in half, squeeze out 2 tablespoons juice and whisk into the coriander mixture to make a dressing. Cut leftover lime into wedges.
• Arrange the shrimp in a grill basket or on skewers (or just on a sheet pan if broiling), and grill or broil shrimp until well browned on one side, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook until just opaque and cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and squeeze a wedge of lime all over.
• In a large bowl, combine melon, cucumber, onion, feta and herbs. Pour in coriander dressing and toss to combine. Taste, and add more salt or lime juice to taste. Top melon salad with grilled shrimp and more herbs, if you'd like.

EXOTIC YA' MAKE A JAMAICA JERK SHRIMP WITH MANGO PAPAYA SALSA

Steps:

• Combine marinade ingredients and mix well.
• Place shrimp (Or other choice of meat or veggies & fruit) in non-metal container.
• (I used a gallon size zip-loc bag.).
• Add marinade; coat evenly and refrigerate.
• Let marinade for several hours or overnight. Turning occasionally to keep marinade evenly distributed.
• Oil and pre-heat grill to medium low heat.
• FOR SHRIMP AND/OR VEGGIES: (See below for other options).
• Remove from marinade and thread onto bamboo skewers that have been soaked in water for 20 minutes.
• Place on grill and cook over medium low heat until pink and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes, turning once or twice for even cooking. Cooking times may vary depending on your grill.
• Veggies may take a bit longer depending upon the varieties you use.
• SERVING SUGGESTIONS:.
• Serve with mango-papaya salsa. (See instructions below).
• Garnish with fresh lime and thyme if desired.
• Goes nicely served on a bed of rice.
• SALSA DIRECTIONS:.
• Pinch the leaves off the cilantro stems.
• Place in a small non-metal bowl with the remaining salsa ingredients.
• Mix thoroughly with a spoon.
• COOKING DIRECTIONS IF USING CHICKEN OR PORK:.
• If using chicken:.
• Remove from marinade and place on grill over medium low heat.
• Grill chicken 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.
• If using pork:.
• Remove from marinade and place on grill over indirect heat.
• Cover and cook for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
• Increase heat to medium high and continue cooking, turning as needed to prevent burning, until internal temperature reaches 150 degrees for medium well doneness.
• Let meat rest 20-30 minutes before carving to allow juices to redistribute.
• SERVE WITH SALSA AS INDICATED ABOVE FOR SHRIMP.