Camarones al Ajillo

Camarones al Ajillo is a delicious Mexican dish featuring shrimp sautéed in aromatic garlic and olive oil, making it a perfect low-carb snack. This vibrant dish is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, ideal for seafood lovers.

Camarones al Ajillo
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
  • Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
  • Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
  • Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add the shrimp, cooking for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb snack.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 220 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains healthy fats that are beneficial for heart health.

Tags

MexicanLow CarbSnack