Homemade Jerk Steak & Shrimp Over Tropical Yellow Rice

Ingredients

For the Jerk Steak & Shrimp

  • 1 lb flank steak
  • 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 3 tbsp jerk seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Tropical Yellow Rice

  • 2 cups cooked yellow rice
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced mango
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tsp turmeric (if making yellow rice from scratch)
  • 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Marinate the Steak & Shrimp

  • In a bowl, combine jerk seasoning, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Add steak and shrimp, coating fully.
  • Marinate for 20 minutes.

2. Cook the Steak

  • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear steak for 4–5 minutes per side, or until preferred doneness.
  • Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

3. Cook the Shrimp

  • In the same pan, cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.

4. Prepare the Tropical Rice

  • Toss warm yellow rice with butter, turmeric (if using), pineapple, red bell pepper, mango, and cilantro.
  • Mix until the rice is vibrant and evenly combined.

5. Assemble the Dish

  • Plate the tropical yellow rice.
  • Top with sliced jerk steak and grilled shrimp.
  • Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

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