Description
Creamy Camarones Culichi is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp in a rich, creamy sauce infused with spices and a touch of heat. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and impressive presentation, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic until golden.
- Add diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Incorporate heavy cream and stir well. Gently fold in shrimp; cook until they turn pink (4-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat. Add lime juice and cilantro for freshness.
- Serve hot over rice or with warm tortillas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg