Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo Recipe
Whole Shrimp Sautéed with Garlic butter served with rice and beans
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Rice
Beans
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the whole shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the minced garlic (6 cloves) and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Cook Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, turning shrimp halfway through, until they are pink and opaque.
- 4
Rice Preparation
- 5
Cook the Rice
In a saucepan, combine the 1 cup of white rice, 2 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- 7
Fluff and Set Aside
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Beans Preparation
- 8
Sauté Onion and Garlic
In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic (2 cloves) and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- 9
- 10
Serve
Once heated, remove from heat and set aside until ready to serve.
