Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. If they're not already deveined, remove the shells and devein them.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely. Set aside.
3
Chop the Parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside for garnishing the dish.

4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, pour the olive oil and heat it over medium heat until it's shimmering, but not smoking.
5
Sauté the Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until it becomes fragrant and turns a light golden color. Be careful not to burn it.
6
Add the Shrimp
Add the prepared shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat them with the garlic oil.
7
Season the Shrimp
Sprinkle the shrimp with chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Squeeze the lemon juice over the shrimp.
8
Cook the Shrimp
Cook the shrimp for about 3-5 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
9
Garnish and Serve
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with chopped parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.