Description
Indulge in a vibrant bowl of Rasta Pasta that brings the flavors of the Caribbean straight to your dinner table. This creamy pasta dish features al dente noodles coated in a rich coconut sauce spiced with jerk seasoning, complemented by colorful bell peppers and aromatic garlic. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe is both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, promising a burst of flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp jerk seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add sliced bell peppers and cook until slightly soft.
- Stir in coconut milk and jerk seasoning; mix well.
- Fold in cooked pasta until coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese. Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg