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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
Camarones Enchilados — Spicy Cuban Shrimp
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add onion and cook until softened, stirring, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in garlic and habanero, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, cook until pink and cooked through, 3–4 minutes.

  6. 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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