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Camarones al Ajillo

Cultural Context

Camarones al Ajillo, or garlic shrimp, is a beloved dish in Cuban cuisine, reflecting the island's rich culinary heritage influenced by Spanish flavors. Traditionally enjoyed as a tapa or main course, it showcases the simplicity and freshness of local ingredients. This dish has gained popularity beyond Cuba, often appearing in Latin American restaurants worldwide, celebrated for its bold garlic flavor and succulent shrimp.

CubanCUmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
1/4 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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.

1

Calentar el sartén a alta temperatura.

2

Agregar los camarones al sartén caliente para dorarlos por ambos lados.

3

Voltear los camarones después de aproximadamente un minuto para dorar el otro lado.

4

Retirar los camarones del sartén para evitar que se sobrecocinen.

5

Usar los caparazones de los camarones, tallo de cilantro, y cebolla sobrante para hacer un caldo.

6

En el mismo sartén, agregar más aceite y un poco de agua.

7

Añadir ajo molido y cocinarlo en el aceite para darle un sabor parecido al ajo rostizado.

8

Agregar cebolla al sartén y cocinar a temperatura alta.

9

Añadir 2 dientes de ajo molido al sartén.

10

Incorporar sofrito al sartén.

11

Agregar 1/4 de taza de vino blanco al sartén y dejar evaporar.

12

Añadir caldo de camarones al sartén, aproximadamente 1/4 de taza.

13

Devolver los camarones al sartén para terminar su cocción.

14

Agregar cilantro y paprika al sartén para dar color.

15

Añadir un toque de jugo de limón, aproximadamente 1/4 de cucharadita.

16

Incorporar 2 cucharadas de mantequilla al sartén y mover para emulsionar la salsa.

17

Agregar sal al gusto.

18

Retirar los camarones del sartén y servir con la salsa por encima.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

large skilletmeasuring spoonscutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Garlic Shrimp

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