Jerk Seasoning Shrimp Skewers (Printable Version)

Spicy jerk-marinated shrimp grilled to perfection and served over creamy coconut rice with fresh lime.

# What You'll Need:

→ Shrimp & Marinade

01 - 1½ lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon brown sugar
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Coconut Rice

09 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
10 - 1 cup coconut milk (unsweetened, full-fat)
11 - 1 cup water
12 - ½ teaspoon salt
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ For Serving

15 - Lime wedges
16 - Extra chopped cilantro (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine shrimp, olive oil, jerk seasoning, lime juice, garlic, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces. Let marinate for 15 minutes while preparing the rice.
02 - Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and stir in lime juice and cilantro if using.
03 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill shrimp skewers for 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and lightly charred. Avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.
05 - Plate shrimp skewers over a bed of coconut rice. Garnish with fresh lime wedges and additional chopped cilantro. Serve immediately while hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The coconut rice balances the heat so perfectly that even spice-sensitive friends keep coming back for seconds
  • Everything cooks in under 35 minutes but tastes like you spent all day preparing something special
02 -
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling or they will burn and disintegrate on the grill
  • Do not over-marinate the shrimp because the acid in the lime juice will start to cook them and make them tough
03 -
  • Pat the shrimp dry before marinating so the seasoning actually sticks instead of sliding off
  • Let the coconut rice rest covered for 5 minutes after cooking to steam to fluffy perfection
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