Camarones al Mojo de Ajo

Camarones al Mojo de Ajo

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Mexican · 25 min · Shellfish · pescatarian, keto, low-carb, high-protein

339 cal 32g protein 10g carbs 19g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 3/4 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 guajillo chile
  • 4 corn tortillas

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Finely slice the garlic and cut the guajillo into thin rings.
  2. Melt the butter with the olive oil over low heat and add the garlic and guajillo.
  3. Cook gently for 5 to 6 minutes until the garlic is soft and pale gold, not browned.
  4. Raise the heat to medium, add the shrimp, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until pink and just firm.
  5. Finish with lime juice, salt, and chopped parsley.
  6. Serve with warm tortillas to soak up the garlic butter.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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