Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 6-8 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 shallot finely diced
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1/8 tsp ground annatto optional
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 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!