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Guyanese Pepper Shrimp

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant coastal regions of Guyana, Pepper Shrimp is a beloved dish that highlights the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations, it showcases the use of fresh seafood and bold spices, reflecting the diverse influences of African, Indian, and Indigenous cuisines. Today, it is cherished not only in Guyana but also among Caribbean food enthusiasts worldwide, often served with rice or bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

GuyaneseGYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
1 medium onion
1 medium red bell pepper
1 medium green bell pepper
4 scallions
4 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons gourmet pepper shrimp sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with fewer calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground pepper

Ground pepper is often less expensive.

1

Clean, devein, and wash the shrimp.

2

Heat vegetable oil in a fry pan until hot.

3

Add shrimp to the hot oil and cook until they turn pink, then remove from the fry pan.

4

Add garlic to the hot oil and cook until browned.

5

Cut onions, red peppers, green peppers, and scallions in a julienne style.

6

Add the julienned vegetables to the fry pan with the garlic and sauté until crunchy.

7

Add the legend cook house chefs gourmet pepper shrimp sauce to the vegetables and sauté to release and infuse the flavors.

8

If needed, add more sauce to the dish.

9

Once the pepper shrimp dish is done, plate and serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingseasoning

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifemeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Pepper ShrimpGuyanese Spicy Shrimp

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