Jul 14 2026

Enchilado De Camarones Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Shrimp stewed in a spiced creole sauce, confited bell peppers, onions, seafood spiced with saffron and a splash of wine.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp and Sauce

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the shrimp

    Ensure the shrimp are peeled and deveined. Rinse them under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Chop vegetables

    Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the bell peppers into thin strips. Dice the tomatoes and set aside.

Cooking the Enchilado

  1. 3

    Heat the oil

    In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Sauté onions and garlic

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent.

  3. 5

    Add bell peppers

    Stir in the sliced bell peppers and continue to cook for another 5 minutes until they soften.

  4. 6

    Incorporate tomatoes

    Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes break down and create a sauce.

  5. 7

    Add spices

    Stir in the saffron threads, seafood seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

  6. 8

    Deglaze with wine

    Pour in the white wine and simmer for about 2 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate.

  7. 9

    Add broth and shrimp

    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the prepared shrimp, cooking for 5-7 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.

  8. 10

    Garnish and serve

    Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot. Enjoy your Enchilado de Camarones!

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