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Camarones al ajillo mi estilo / Shrimps in garlic sauce my way

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Cocinera Lele / Lelita’s Cuban kitchen
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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
shrimp
3 tablespoons butter
5 cloves garlic
parsley
1/4 cup white cooking wine
lime juice from half a lime
cilantro
salt
black pepper
dry seasoning
cornstarch (optional)
water (for slurry)
pasta (optional)
rice (optional)
tomatoes (for salad)
avocado (for salad)
onion (for salad)

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

Add 3 tablespoons of butter and some olive oil to the pan.

2

Add 5 cloves of minced garlic and cook down a little.

3

Add dry seasoning to the butter or directly to the shrimp before adding them to the pan.

4

Add shrimp to the pan and let cook for about 5 minutes.

5

Add parsley, 1/4 cup of white cooking wine, and juice from half a lime.

6

Cover and let cook down a little.

7

Remove shrimp from the pan and place in a separate bowl.

8

To thicken the sauce, prepare a slurry with 2-3 teaspoons of cornstarch and water, then add to the butter sauce.

9

Cook pasta and rice separately while preparing the shrimp.

10

Plate the shrimp over rice or pasta, and serve with a side salad of tomatoes, avocado, and onion.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

panmeasuring spoonscutting boardknifespatularice cooker

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Garlic Shrimp

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