Caribbean Shrimp

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the onion with two tablespoons of water; set aside to soften, about 10 minutes.
2. 2
   In a large skillet, heat the butter until hot.
3. 3
   Add the green pepper and onion; cook, stirring, until almost crisp and tender (about 3 minutes).
4. 4
   Add tomatoes, bay leaf, sugar, allspice, salt and ground red pepper, breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Add shrimp; cook and stir until pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in the lime juice. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
8. 8
   Serve on steamed rice, if desired.
9. 9
   Serves four.