Jerk Steak & Shrimp over Yellow Rice

Jerk steak and shrimp served over yellow rice is a flavorful and satisfying Caribbean-inspired dish that combines marinated grilled steak and shrimp with aromatic spices and a bed of fragrant yellow rice. Here’s a recipe to create this delicious dish:

Ingredients:

For the Jerk Marinade:

• 1 pound flank steak or skirt steak
• 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Yellow Rice:

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth (or water)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (for color and flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

For the Jerk Marinade:

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, jerk seasoning, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Place the steak in one resealable plastic bag and the shrimp in another. Pour half of the marinade over the steak and the other half over the shrimp. Seal the bags and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate. You can marinate longer for more flavor, even overnight.

For the Yellow Rice:

3. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
4. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, chicken broth (or water), ground turmeric, ground cumin, and salt. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork and keep it warm.

For Grilling:

6. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
7. Remove the steak from the marinade and grill for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust cooking time to your preferred level of doneness). Rest the steak for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
8. While the steak is resting, grill the marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque.

To Serve:

9. Place a generous portion of yellow rice on each plate.
10. Top the rice with slices of grilled jerk steak and grilled shrimp.
11. Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, or additional jerk seasoning for extra flavor.
12. Serve your Jerk Steak & Shrimp over Yellow Rice hot and enjoy this delicious Caribbean-inspired dish!

This meal is full of bold flavors from the jerk seasoning and the vibrant yellow rice. It’s a delightful combination of grilled meats and aromatic spices that will satisfy your taste buds.