Camarones al Mojo de Ajo Recipe
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Camarones al Mojo de Ajo Recipe
Description
This Camarones al Mojo de Ajo recipe begins by seasoning peeled and deveined shrimp with smoked paprika and salt to impart depth and mild smoky heat. In a medium heat pan, a branded butter infused with olive oil and sea salt melts before adding sliced red onion and minced garlic, which outline the dish’s aromatic base while softening over several minutes. The seasoned shrimp are added and cooked only until opaque and pink, approximately 6 to 8 minutes, to retain juiciness and prevent toughness.
Once cooked, fresh lime juice is stirred in to brighten the flavor, and chopped fresh parsley is added for herbal freshness. The combination results in a garlicky, slightly smoky shrimp dish with buttery undertones. It pairs well with white rice, light pasta, or warm tortillas, complementing the shrimp’s richness without overpowering it.
The recipe suggests purchasing frozen prepped shrimp for convenience and offers advice on thawing methods to preserve texture. Avoid overcooking shrimp, indicated by overly tight curling into 'O' shapes. Parsley is the herb of choice here, but cilantro can substitute for a different flavor profile. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to three days; however, freezing is not recommended due to potential textural changes after reheating.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 pounds Shrimp defrosted, peeled, and deveined, large
- 1/2 cup butter with olive oil and sea salt, brand Land O Lakes®
- 1 red onion sliced, small
- 6 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/2 cup parsley chopped, fresh, flat-leaf or Italian
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine paprika and salt.
- Season the shrimp with spice mixture.
- Add the Land O Lakes® Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt to a frying pan over medium heat until it begins to melt.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until they are completely cooked through.
- Add the lime juice and parsley.
- Enjoy with white rice, angel hair pasta, or tortillas.
Notes
- Use frozen, peeled, and deveined shrimp for convenience; thaw overnight or rinse in cold water for quicker thawing.
- Cook shrimp for 6 to 8 minutes and avoid overcooking; overly curled 'O' shape indicates toughness.
- Substitute parsley with cilantro for a bolder, earthier flavor if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended as it can make shrimp rubbery upon reheating.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 229kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 316mg | 105% |
| Sodium | 1567mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1101IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 182mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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