Camarones al Mojo

Camarones al Mojo is a vibrant Mexican dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a fragrant garlic and lime sauce. This paleo-friendly recipe is quick to prepare and full of fresh flavors, perfect for a healthy lunch.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced (for serving)

Steps

1. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with sea salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using), and cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
6. Serve immediately with sliced avocado on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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