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Stew Peas Shrimp

Cultural Context

Stew Peas is a beloved dish in Jamaica, traditionally made with meat or seafood, and is often served with rice or dumplings. It showcases the use of kidney beans and coconut milk, reflecting the island's rich agricultural resources. This dish is a staple at family gatherings and celebrations, embodying the warmth of Jamaican hospitality. Today, variations exist with different proteins and spices, making it a versatile comfort food enjoyed by many.

JamaicanJMmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup red kidney beans
2 pieces ginger
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
1 tablespoon orange seasoning blend
1 cup flour
water as needed
coconut milk
pinch of salt
1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
dried thyme leaves
1 Birdseye pepper or scotch bonnet pepper
green onions (scallions)
carrots
red bell pepper
green bell pepper
olive oil
shrimp

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and easy to find.

1

Add 1 cup of red kidney beans to a pot with 2 pieces of ginger and 2 cloves of garlic.

2

Season the beans with 1 teaspoon of all-purpose seasoning and 1 teaspoon of salt, cover the pot, and cook for half an hour.

3

Prepare the shrimp by adding 1 tablespoon of all-purpose seasoning and 1 tablespoon of orange seasoning blend, then coat the shrimp and refrigerate until ready.

4

Make the dumplings by mixing 1 cup of flour with a pinch of salt and adding water as needed to form a dough.

5

Set the dough aside until ready to make the dumplings.

6

After half an hour, check the beans and add about 3 more cups of water to the pot.

7

Test the beans for softness and cook for an additional 15 minutes if needed.

8

Add coconut milk to the pot and season with a pinch of salt, 1 tablespoon of all-purpose seasoning, dried thyme leaves, green onions, and 1 Birdseye pepper or scotch bonnet pepper.

9

Stir the mixture and allow it to boil while preparing the dumplings.

10

Pinch off pieces of the dough and roll them into small dumplings, then set aside.

11

Add chopped carrots, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the pot along with the dumplings.

12

Add a little olive oil and cook for about 5 minutes before adding the shrimp.

13

Add the shrimp to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid, and cook for a maximum of 5 minutes to avoid rubbery shrimp.

14

Stir the pot and allow the stew to simmer for about 3 more minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Shrimp Stew with PeasJamaican Stew Peas

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