Camarones Enchilados — Spicy Cuban Shrimp
Plump shrimp braised in a fiery tomato-based Creole sauce with habanero heat and garlic. Ready in 15 minutes—serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
Step 2
Add onion and cook until softened, stirring, about 2 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in garlic and habanero, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes.
Step 5
Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, cook until pink and cooked through, 3–4 minutes.
Step 6
Serve hot in bowls, spooning sauce generously over each portion.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or large sauté pan
- wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- chef's knife
- cutting board
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