Camarones al Ajillo

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a more affordable protein option.

Clean the shrimp by removing the shells; save the shells for making broth if desired.

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and dry them lightly to avoid excess water in the skillet.

Slice garlic thinly; use a generous amount as the sauce relies heavily on garlic.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add the shrimp to the skillet; cook until they start to turn pink, being careful not to overcook them.

Remove the shrimp from the skillet to prevent overcooking.

Add more olive oil to the skillet and sauté the garlic until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Add white wine and lemon zest to the skillet, scraping the bottom to release any stuck bits.

Stir in lemon juice and white pepper to season the sauce.

Add butter to the sauce to thicken it slightly.

Return the shrimp to the skillet to finish cooking and combine with the sauce.

Cook rice noodles separately and then add them to the skillet, mixing them with the sauce and shrimp.

Plate the dish by arranging the shrimp around the noodles and pouring the sauce over them.

Garnish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of parsley before serving.

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