Camarão à Paulista

Camarão à Paulista is a vibrant and flavorful Brazilian seafood dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich, creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers and showcases the freshness of ingredients native to Brazil.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 400 grams, peeled and deveined
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, diced
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cooked rice - 200 grams, for serving

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomato and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the shrimp, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
8. Serve the shrimp mixture over cooked rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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