Camarones Enchilados Recipe
Savory shrimp cooked with assorted bell peppers, onions and tomatoes. Served with white rice and savory green plantains.
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Ingredients
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For the Shrimp
For the Rice
For the Plantains
Method
Cooking the Shrimp
- 1
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 2
Add Bell Peppers and Onion
Add sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the sliced onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 3
Cook the Tomatoes
Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- 4
- 5
Finish with Cilantro
Once the shrimp are cooked, remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Set aside.
Preparing the Rice
- 6
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine white rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- 7
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.
- 8
Fluff the Rice
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Making the Plantains
- 9
Prepare the Plantains
Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
- 10
Fry the Plantains
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the plantain slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 11
Season the Plantains
Remove plantains from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt while still hot.
