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Rasta Pasta (Jerk Chicken)

This Creamy Jamaican Rasta Pasta (Jerk Chicken) dish is made in coconut milk which helps to mellow down the jerk spice to create a mellow meal that the whole family can enjoy. If you love Jamaican food and pasta you just found a match made in heaven with this recipe. 

Love Jamaican food? Then be sure to try my Jamaican Pepper Shrimp, Jamaican Curry Goat, Jamaican Curry Chicken, Jerk Chicken Drumsticks recipes from this blog.

WHAT IS JERK CHICKEN PASTA

Rasta pasta is creamy pasta tossed with Caribbean style jerk chicken, along with sauteed bell peppers. This dish is so full of flavor, and makes a great weeknight dinner that can be made in just half an hour! Looking for an GREAT Jerk Sauce recipe < click here.

If you love pasta and Caribbean food. Then you are in for a treat with this dish as it is the perfect mix between the both foods.

Rasta Pasta (Jerk Chicken)

I made this pasta with cream and powdered coconut milk. You can use whole milk instead if desired and or just a can of coconut milk instead if you prefer. 

All varieties work well. Just make sure you are using coconut milk or powdered as it really helps to mellow the dish out and is authentic to Jamaican cuisine and this dish.

This dish has marinated Jerk Chicken that is sautéed on its own prior to being tossed in a creamy coconut sauce which is also packed full of red, green and orange peppers.

WHAT IS RASTA PASTA

It is a Jamaican inspired pasta dish that has the 3 colors peppers in it. Which is inspired my the Rasta  colors of red, yellow and green the colors of the Rastafarian movement.

IS JERK CHICKEN PASTA HEALTHY

Yes, it has lean chicken a ton of healthy spices Vegetables. However there is a 2 cups of heavy cream used to make the sauce along with powdered coconut milk which do add some calories to this dish.

HOW TO MAKE RASTA PASTA

I never thought I would like Jerk Sauce in pasta. Until I tried this recipe, it has the perfect combination of Caribbean flavors. Which come from the Jerked Chicken and the Coconut infused sauce that is served with this pasta dish.

  1. To make this dish you will want to start by marinated your chicken breast in Jamaican Jerk sauce overnight if possible. However you omit that and cook it in the sauce that very day if you prefer.
  2. Keep in mind the more marinated you use the hotter this dish will be. I like my Chicken really Jerked so as you see I use allot of marinate. 
  3. Then simply sauté the chicken till cooked then remove from the heat.
  4. Meanwhile in another cooking pot, boil the penne pasta till al dente then remove strain and set aside
  5. In a pot heat some butter and sauté the garlic and sliced peppers = vegetables for a few minutes before adding in the heavy cream and coconut powder.
  6. Simmer on low=medium heat till the peppers are soft 
  7. Toss back in the cooked sliced chicken and pasta
  8. Bring to a low simmer for a few mins then serve hot.

JERK CHICKEN PASTA INGREDIENTS

  • Jerked Chicken
  • 3 different bell peppers
  • Cream
  • Powdered Coconut Milk
  • Garlic
  • Butter 
  • Salt to taste

If you love Jerk Sauce which is simply made of a few fresh ingredients that of Scotch bonnet peppers, soya sauce and a few simple spices that is all tossed over pasta. You are sure to love this recipe!

The signature colors of the Rasta flag which is why this dish is also well known as Rasta Pasta.

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Green Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce Recipe

This Green Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce Recipe is made with all the same elements of any scotch bonnet sauce with extra Cilantro added to it to make it green and fresher. 

Make some Jamaican Pepper Shrimp or Jamaican Curry Chicken.

You can make this Green Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce Recipe more yellow if you wish by simply adding in 1 tbsp of Cilantro vs the cup I like to use. 

Totally up to you!

How to Make Green Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce Recipe

  • First make sure you are wearing gloves before handing the scotch bonnet peppers. 

Blend all the peppers, onion, garlic, vinegar, pineapple, lime juice together.

Then place the scotch bonnet pepper sauce into sterilized containers to use anytime you want.

You can store this in the fringe or cupboard as the vinegar helps to preserve it for months to come.

I TASTED LIFE! 

That is how you will feel when you taste this Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce it really brings your taste buds to life. 

The Yellow and Red are the hottest. Yellow has the best flavor. If you find a purple one beware that is the hottest of them all. 
 
I tend to make my sauce with 10 GREEN SCOTCH BONNETS & 3 RED & 2 YELLOW
 

How Hot is A Scotch Bonnet Pepper

According to Forbes. A Scotch Bonnet Pepper has a heat rating of 100,000-350,000, the scotch bonnet can be up to 40 times hotter than a typical jalapeño pepper.

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Jamaican Pepper Shrimp

This recipe for Jamaican Pepper Shrimp gets it’s heat from the scotch bonnet pepper along with a pinch of cayenne.

Jamaican black pepper shrimp is one of those recipes that can be often found alongside  Jamaican rice and beans. 

I like to have them just like this though. As a high proteins snack, which often fills me right up and allows me to go on with my busy day.

This recipe is popular in Jamaica and can be found sold on the street side by the locals. In Jamaica however, they make these shrimp twice as spicy as I do. 

If you want them EXTRA spicy simply add 1/2 tsp of cayenne pepper to this recipe and that will do the trick. Or one extra scotch bonnet pepper during the cooking process. 

Jamaican Pepper Prawns

Jamaican Pepper Shrimp is often served on the side streets of most places in Jamaica. Years ago I went there with my family and stopped at one of the street stalls where Woman where selling small plastic bags of this. 

I was having a hankering for it. And since it cannot be ordered through skip the dishes etc. I had to make it myself last week and now I’m sharing that recipe here with you all.

If you love spicy food your going to love this recipe for Jamaican Black Pepper Shrimp.

HOW TO MAKE JAMAICAN PEPPER SHRIMP

  • In a large BOWL toss the raw shrimp with all the seasonings – the scotch bonnet pepper.
  • Then in a large skillet add 2 tbsp of palm oil and bring to high heat
  • Toss in the coated shrimp, and scotch bonnet pepper and cook over low- medium heat till the shrimp is cooked.
  • Smash the scotch bonnet pepper with a fork for some more spice if desired and toss.
  • Serve hot immediately with some diced limes.

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Chicken, Curries, Dinner ideas

Jamaican Chicken Curry Recipe

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I’m happy to share this delicious Jamaican Chicken Curry Recipe with you today. It is not only easy to make, it also takes less than 30 minutes to prepare. 

Looking for another Jamaican recipe? Try my Jamaican Pepper Shrimp

If you prefer to make this recipe with Shrimp try my Jamaican Curry Shrimp made with coconut milk.

YOU CAN FIND THE POWDER I USED IN THE LINK BELOW ALONG WITH THE SCOTCH BONNET SAUCE 

 

IS JAMAICAN CURRY CHICKEN SPICY

Yes, it has hints of spice for sure. Because you are cooking it in curry spice and scotch bonnet peppers. 

This recipe is definitely one of my favorite Jamaican dishes.

Well that is next to curry goat, both are prepared the pretty much the exact same way too.

It is sooo good, I could eat it each and every day. And sometimes will make enough so that I can enjoy it over a few days.  

WHAT DOES JAMAICAN CURRY CHICKEN TASTE LIKE

I would describe it has having tender pieces of chicken that are simmered in creamy curry flavors. 

I was lucky enough to spend some time in Negril, Ocho Rio and Montego Bay a few years back during one of our frigid Canadian winters.

And hope to go back again sometimes soon, the people, landscapes and culture was really amazing.

Not to mention the food, which is way too good to even explain. So as soon as I had the chance to prepare it myself, I did. 

I hope you like this dish as much as we do. 

HOW MAKE JAMAICAN CURRY CHICKEN

You can cook it several ways:

  • Pressure Cooker: Cook for approx. 10 minutes – after following the initial steps.
  • Stove Top: Cook covered on low for 60 minutes. – after following the initial steps.
  • Slow Cooker: Cook covered on low for 8 hours. – after following the initial steps. 
  • FOR THE MARINADE: In a resealable container, mix together the lemon juice, cardamom, cumin, turmeric, curry, thyme, black pepper. Add the diced chicken and toss to coat then marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour.
  • FOR THE CURRY: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat or pressure cooker on brown setting. Then add the onions, and cook till fragrant about 3 minutes.
  • Find the remaining steps (below) in the recipe card.

Another recipe, I remember eating was Salty Shrimp.

Which is often served directly from the ladies who sell it daily on the streets in and around many Jamaican towns. 

Oh, and of course. I cannot forget their delicious Roti’s. Which have either Chicken or Goat meat in it!

I never forgot these amazing foods. “As most Jamaicans would say, Di chicken eat good!! = “The chicken tastes good”. So please give it a try for yourself!

You are sure to become a fan!

All over the island you are sure to find similar chicken curry dishes to the recipe here.

Just make sure you purchase the correct curry for this recipe, as it’s the most important part when making a Caribbean curry like this.

This is the sauce I like to use instead of the bonnet pepper. Of course you can use fresh scotch bonnet peppers instead. 

Just be careful as those peppers are fire hot and you can burn your eyes if your not careful. 

Notes: Do not pressure cook chicken with the bones on as this may create lose bones in the curry. Rather use Chicken Breasts instead. 

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Revised:  Published on March 4th, 2018 and updated on November 4th, 2018

Curries, Dinner ideas, Quick and easy recipes, Seafood

Jamaican Coconut Curry Shrimp

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This Jamaican Coconut Curry Shrimp is as authentic as it comes and can be pulled together in less than 15 minutes!

Jamaican food is up there on my list of favorite foods. I just love the spices and those deep curry flavors!

That is next to Thai and Indian curry recipes of course too. If you prefer to make this recipe without coconut milk see my other method here Jamaican Curry Chicken made with chicken stock instead. 

This curry is pretty unique and is also super simple to make. 

WHAT IS IN JAMAICAN SHRIMP COCONUT CURRY

  • It is made with fresh or frozen uncooked shrimp, scotch bonnet peppers or cayenne powder, onions, garlic, ginger, thick coconut milk and spices. 
  • Be certain to use “Jamaican curry” along with a thick coconut milk to make this curry authentic in taste!

Talk about an easy and healthy meal option ~ am I right?

HOW TO MAKE JAMACIAN COCONUT CURRY SHRIMP

You can use whole onions and garlic for this recipe or powder.

I used the powder for this recipe to make it in under 15 minutes time.

Depending on the time you have and ingredients on hand, I’ll leave that option up to you. 

  • You will want to add 1 tbsp of cooking oil to a frying pan.
  • Turn up the heat to a low – medium and then add the curry powder, scotch bonnet peppers/sauce or cayenne pepper powder and saute till nice and fragrant.
  • Add in the coconut milk and turn to medium heat and cook till the spices are well combined.
  • Add in the chopped green pepper and turn to a low simmer cooking for 5 minutes.
  • Add in the uncooked shrimp and season with garlic powder, ginger powder, onion powder and salt.
  • Simmer on low till the shrimp is pink, remove immediately from the heat.
  • Serve alongside a bed of cooked Jasmine Rice.

WHAT IS JAMAICAN COCONUT SHRIMP CURRY

It has plenty of green peppers and shrimp that is slowly simmered in a blend of spices.

I like to use the sauce as it saves my eyes and hands from using the hot peppers. Feel free to substitute with cayenne pepper if you choose. 

 

IS JAMAICAN COCONUT SHRIMP CURRY HEALTHY

Yes, it is a light meal that has protein, carbs (rice) that is simmered in a vegetarian curry sauce. 

Come get some coconut curry! Everyting is irie mon, in Jamaica.

And now I know why? It’s the fantastic food!!!

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Dinner ideas, Instant Pot, Slow Cooker recipes

Jamaican Curry Goat Recipe

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This Jamaican Curry Goat Recipe is one of my all time favorite 🍛 curries. It is made with bone in mutton along with onions, garlic, ginger and scotch bonnet peppers. 

Make this with my Homemade Green Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce Recipe

It is made with cubed bone in goat meat, scotch bonnet peppers, onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and spices. Plus, it can be ready in less than 45 minutes.

It is one of those one pot recipes that can be pulled off during a busy weeknight. 

I have a few Jamaican recipes on this site.

One is for Jamaican Chicken and another is basically the same recipes as this one.

With the omittance of the onions, tomatoes and potatoes.

This is by far my favorite method to preparing Jamaican Curry Goat! 

I have made this recipe many times now and it just as amazing as my first recipe on this site.

WHAT IS JAMAICAN CURRY GOAT

It has plenty of large pieces of goat meat that is slowly simmered in a blend of spices, hot peppers and with curry.

You can use GRACE Scotch Bonnet sauce to make this or Try my Homemade Green Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce Recipe

IS JAMAICAN CURRY GOAT HEALTHY

Yes, goat meat is a very lean meat almost like bison meat. Then with the addition of onions, tomatoes, and curry spices. This dish becomes everything you need to make a healthy meal. 

I hope you enjoy fi yuh Jamaican dinna! 

In Jamaica this curry dish is very popular, I realize goat is an acquired taste and not easy to come by but I encourage you to try it for the sake of being a die hard foodie.

I will never forget my first bite of Jamaican food. It was at a local dinner in Ocho Rio, Jamaica.

The restaurant was situated in an tropical outdoor environment and the waiter came around to tell us the specials.

Every dish was very delicious looking so we ordered pretty much one of everything, we were hungry and wanted to try it all! 

HOW TO MAKE JAMAICAN CURRY GOAT

  • First you will want to start with some bone in goat meat
  • Then you will want to soak it in some vinegar for 10 minutes to tenderloin it some.
  • Then you will add 1 tbsp of cooking oil and 3 tbsp of curry powder to the goat and toss to coat.
  • From there, you will sear it in more cooking oil till lightly browned, adding in the onions and tomatoes next.
  • Simmer down for 10 minutes before adding in the garlic, ginger, scotch bonnet pepper sauce and remaining spices.
  • Covering then with water and simmering with the lid on the pot for 40 minutes till tender.
  • Serve and enjoy with basmati rice. Enjoy! 

TENDER GOAT MEAT SIMMERED IN A CURRY GRAVY!

So if you like curries as much as me then give this recipe a try, but make sure you are using the traditional ingredients of “Jamaican Curry” and “Scotch Bonnet peppers” otherwise you will change the flavor and you don’t want to do that.

You can do this recipe in the pressure cooker or the slow cooker, today I’m making mine on the stove top. I hope you enjoy fi yuh Jamaican dinna! 

Note:  It’s best to use boneless meat to prevent the bones from splintering if using pressure cooker.

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Jamaican Chicken and Chickpea Curry

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This Jamaican Chicken and Chickpea Curry recipe is a simple recipe to make and comes together in less than 3o minutes!  

And is sure to please the curry lover in you.

You can add in coconut milk during the last 10 minutes of cooking if you’d like for a more creamy taste. Personally I much prefer a more authentic curried taste myself and will omit the coconut milk for this recipe.

Also you can replace the chickpeas with potatoes if desired for a more traditional taste.

If you choose to add potatoes instead you may want to add a bit more chicken stock

And you can also replace the Scotch Bonnet pepper with the sauce as seen below.

I will leave that all up to your personal preference.

Using the sauce, prevents me from burning my eyes with the peppers so I much prefer to use this instead.

My favorite sauce

Notes: Do not pressure cook chicken with the bones on as this may create loose bones in the curry.

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Jamaican Curry Goat with Potatoes

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This Jamaican Curry Goat is made with cubed goat meat,  potatoes, garlic and ginger, scotch bonnet peppers and curry spice.

Make some Homemade Green Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce it goes so well in this dish. 

You can also use some pre-made Scotch Bonnet sauce instead if you choose. 

IS JAMAICAN CURRY GOAT HEALTHY

Yes, goat meat is a very lean meat almost like bison meat. Then with the addition of onions, tomatoes, and curry spices. This dish becomes everything you need to make a healthy meal. 

I will never forget my first bite of Jamaican food, it was at a local dinner in Ocho Rio, Jamaica.

The restaurant was situated in an tropical outdoor environment and the waiter came around to tell us the specials.

Every dish was very delicious looking so we ordered pretty much one of everything, we were hungry and wanted to try it all! 

Well let me tell you it was love at first taste, because it was de bess food eva.

In Jamaica this curry dish is very popular, I realize goat is an acquired taste and not easy to come by but I encourage you to try it for the sake of being a die hard foodie.

Mi luv Jamaican curry!

HOW TO COOK JAMAICAN CURRY GOAT IN THE SLOW COOKER

You can do this recipe in the pressure cooker or the slow cooker, today I’m making mine on the stove top. However, it is to prepare it in the slow cooker too. 

  • Start by setting your slow cooker to (simmer) while searing the goat meat, onions and tomatoes in curry sauce.
  • Once that has been done, simply place the lid on the slow cooker at set from 8-10 hours. 

Most Jamaican dishes are served up alongside some rice and peas along with a mango chutney.

Oh and you can’t forget an iced cold bottle of “Red Stripe Beer” Jamaica’s most popular beer.

So if you like curries as much as me then give this recipe a try, but make sure you are using the traditional ingredients of “Jamaican Curry” and “Scotch Bonnet peppers” otherwise you will change the flavor and you don’t want to do that.

IS JAMAICAN CURRY GOAT HEALTHY

Yes, goat meat is a very lean meat almost like bison meat. Then with the addition of onions, tomatoes, and curry spices. This dish becomes everything you need to make a healthy meal. 

Note:  It’s best to use boneless meat to prevent the bones from splintering if using pressure cooker.

Recipe: Inspired by my trip to Jamaica and by the lovely lady over at Immaculate Bites

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