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Camarones Enchilados

Cultural Context

Camarones Enchilados, a beloved dish in Cuban cuisine, showcases the island's affinity for bold flavors and seafood. Traditionally served at family gatherings and celebrations, this dish combines shrimp with a rich, spicy tomato sauce, reflecting the vibrant culinary heritage influenced by Spanish and African traditions. Today, it is enjoyed not just in Cuba but also in Cuban communities around the world, often adapted with local ingredients while maintaining its essence.

CubanCUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 libra de camarones grandes
1 cucharadita de adobo
1/2 cebolla picada
pimientos verdes picados
pimiento morrón enlatado
3/4 taza de salsa de tomate
2 cucharadas de sofrito
10 aceitunas
1 hoja de laurel
1/4 cucharadita de orégano
1/4 cucharadita de pimienta
3 dientes de ajo
1.5 cucharadas de aceite de oliva
1/2 taza de agua

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Chicken breast provides a leaner protein option, while tilapia is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade puree is fresher, while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Paprika adds flavor without the heat, while red pepper flakes are often less expensive.

1

Calentar 1.5 cucharadas de aceite de oliva en un sartén a fuego mediano.

2

Agregar la cebolla, pimiento, ajo y sofrito al sartén y sofreír por unos minutos hasta que las cebollas estén transparentes.

3

Añadir la salsa de tomate y aceitunas al sartén.

4

Agregar orégano, pimienta roja picante y un poco de sal a la mezcla.

5

Incorporar los pimientos rojos y cocinar por unos minutos.

6

Agregar la hoja de laurel y 1/2 taza de agua, bajar el fuego y dejar cocinar tapado por 5 a 7 minutos.

7

Subir el fuego y añadir los camarones, cocinando de 2 a 3 minutos por cada lado.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

sartén

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Cuban Spicy Shrimp

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