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Camarones al Mojo de Ajo Recipe

This Mexican-style garlic shrimp is simmered with butter, olive oil, and lots of garlic and onion. I added smoked paprika to the mix for an added smoky flavor, fresh lime juice to balance the garlic with a tangy twist, and fresh parsley for brightness.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
28 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 229 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 pounds large shrimp defrosted, peeled, and deveined
  • 1/2 cup Land O Lakes® Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
  • 1 small red onion sliced
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (flat-leaf or Italian)

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl combine paprika and salt.
  2. Season the shrimp with spice mixture.
  3. Add the Land O Lakes® Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt to a frying pan over medium heat until it begins to melt.
  4. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the shrimp and cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until they are completely cooked through.
  6. Add the lime juice and parsley.
  7. Enjoy with white rice, angel hair pasta, or tortillas.

Notes

  • Shortcut: Purchase frozen, peeled, and deveined shrimp.
  • How to defrost frozen shrimp: Let it thaw overnight in the fridge, or for faster thawing, take the shrimp out of its package, put it in a strainer, and rinse in cold water. The shrimp should be ready to cook in about 15 minutes.
  • Do not overcook shrimp: The shrimp will cook in 6 to 8 minutes. If they curl up into tight little O's, they're overcooked.
  • Parsley vs Cilantro: I made this recipe with parsley for a bright mild flavor, but feel free to substitute with cilantro for an earthy bolder flavor.
  • How to store leftovers: Refrigerate cooked shrimp for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezingthis dish because shrimp becomes rubbery when reheated.

Nutrition Information

Calories 229kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 316mg (105%) Sodium 1567mg (65%) Potassium 161mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1101IU (22%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 182mg (18%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 229

% 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.