Here’s a delicious recipe for Jerk Steak & Shrimp over Yellow Rice. This dish combines the bold flavors of jerk seasoning with tender steak, succulent shrimp, and fragrant yellow rice. Enjoy this delightful fusion of spices and textures!
Jerk Steak & Shrimp over Yellow Rice
Ingredients
For the Jerk Steak:
- 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
For the Jerk Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
For the Yellow Rice:
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Jerk Steak:
- Rub the steak with jerk seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Prepare the Jerk Shrimp:
- Toss the shrimp with jerk seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from the grill and set aside.
- Cook the Yellow Rice:
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth (or water) to a boil. Stir in the rice, turmeric, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the butter or olive oil.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Arrange a serving of yellow rice on each plate.
- Top with slices of jerk steak and grilled shrimp.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Tips
- Homemade Jerk Seasoning: You can make your own jerk seasoning by combining 1 tablespoon allspice, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Marinating: For deeper flavor, marinate the steak and shrimp overnight in the refrigerator.
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute the steak and shrimp with grilled vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
Enjoy your flavorful Jerk Steak & Shrimp over Yellow Rice!