Jun 09 2026
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Cucaracha Dinner Recipe

Inspired by Jarocho
Time30m
Serves4

Simmered in butter with herbs & spices. Jumbo shrimp flash fried & tossed in spicy sauce.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Spicy Sauce

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Shrimp

    In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Cook Shrimp

    Add the jumbo shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with parsley, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

Spicy Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix together the hot sauce, lemon juice, and honey until well combined.

  2. 4

    Toss Shrimp

    Once the shrimp are cooked, remove the skillet from heat and pour the spicy sauce over the shrimp. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly in the sauce.

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