Smoked Caribbean Jerk Shrimp

Most great dishes come with a good story. And this Smoked Caribbean Jerk Shrimp recipe has a wonderful memory attached for me.

Many, many years ago my dad and I went to a Caribbean restaurant and ordered a very similar meal.

We usually have great conversations and laughs at lunch, but this time the only sounds being made were “Mmmmmmm!” with an occasional “How can something so simple be SOOOO good?!”

This was honestly before I really started getting into cooking. But my dad recreated it at home for everyone else in the family to try.

So he came over last week to make it for us… and for me to write his recipe for you to all enjoy as well 🙂

How to Make Smoked Caribbean Jerk Shrimp

Any store bought Caribbean Jerk seasoning will work.

Start with two pound of jumbo shrimp that have been peeled and deveined and put them in a cast iron skillet or foil pan.

Sprinkle 3 to 4 Tablespoon of the jerk seasoning over top, add some fresh thyme sprigs, and pour just enough olive oil to almost cover the shrimp.

It may seem like a lot of olive oil, but that’s one of the BEST parts is soaking up the flavorful oil with bread 🙂

Then place the pan in a smoker or Traeger pellet grill set to 250 degrees for 45 minutes.

Stir it a few times as it cooks to mix up the seasoning and break down the thyme.

Serve Smoked Caribbean Jerk Shrimp with plenty of bread for dipping the olive oil 🙂

I just baked and sliced a French baguette from the bakery and it was amazing!

This would also be incredible tossed with pasta.

Mental note to self…make that happen SOON 😉

If you like Smoked Caribbean Jerk Shrimp, you might also like these recipes…

Grilled Teriyaki Shrimp Kabobs

Smoked Buffalo Shrimp

Traeger Honey Sriracha Salmon

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