Pepper Pot Shrimp Recipe by Tasty

Step 1

In a heavy pot, add the chicken stock, butter, and milk, and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Gradually add in the grits a little at a time, stirring until creamy. Remove from the heat.

Step 2

Add oil to a large pan over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the garlic and cook until aromatic, about 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add in the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and Scotch bonnet pepper, and cook until onions are translucent.

Step 5

Add in the okra and cook for 1 minute.

Step 6

Add in the diced tomatoes and juices, jerk spice, and chicken stock, and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Season the stew with salt and sugar.

Step 8

Place shrimp on top of the okra stew. After two minutes, flip the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes, until cooked through. Sprinkle the stew with chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve the shrimp stew over the grits.

Step 10

Enjoy!