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Camarones al Ajillo

Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 6-8 enteros garlic crushed
  • 1 shallot finely diced
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp mantequilla
  • 1 tsp sal
  • 1/2 tsp ajo en polvo
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes opcional
  • 1/8 tsp ground annatto opcional
  • 1/8 tsp pimienta negra
  • 2 oz dry white wine Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • parsley finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Once the shrimp is clean and deveined, season and set aside.
  • Place a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and butter. Once melted, add garlic and shallots. Cook for about 3 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Add the shrimp and toss in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for about 1 minute.
  • Add the white wine and lemon juice. Cook for about another minute. The shrimp will turn pink when fully cooked. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve. ¡Buen provecho!

Notes

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Keyword camarones al ajillo, garlic shrimp, Puerto Rican recipes, recetas Puertorriqueñas, shrimp scampi