Trinidadian Curry Shrimp with Rice & Tomatoes 🇹🇹

 🍤🌶️ Trinidadian Curry Shrimp with Rice & Tomatoes 🇹🇹🍚

A bold and flavorful Caribbean dish featuring tender shrimp simmered in a rich, aromatic curry sauce. Perfect with fluffy rice and fresh veggies! 🏝️

**Ingredients:**

*For the Curry Shrimp:*

* 1 ½ lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined

* 2 tbsp green seasoning (or a blend of cilantro, scallion, garlic, thyme, onion)

* 1 tbsp curry powder (preferably Caribbean-style)

* 1/2 tsp turmeric

* 1/2 tsp ground cumin (geera)

* 2 tbsp vegetable oil

* 4 garlic cloves, minced

* 1 small onion, finely chopped

* 1 roma tomato, chopped

* 1/2 cup coconut milk

* 1/2 cup water or seafood broth

* Salt and black pepper to taste

* Fresh chopped parsley or culantro for garnish

* Optional: hot pepper (scotch bonnet or chili) to taste

*For the Rice:*

* 2 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice

* 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil

* Salt to taste

* Chopped parsley or scallions for garnish

*For the Tomato Salad:*

* 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

* Drizzle of olive oil

* Pinch of salt

* Fresh parsley or basil, chopped

Pro Tip:

Marinate the shrimp in green seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking to boost flavor. Add a squeeze of lime over the finished dish for an extra Caribbean kick! 🍋🔥