Camarones al Mojo de Ajo

Camarones al Mojo de Ajo is a vibrant Mexican breakfast dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a fragrant garlic-infused oil. Served with warm tortillas, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein to kickstart your day.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 6 cloves
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
• Avocado (sliced) - 1 small

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Stir in the chili flakes and sauté for another 30 seconds.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Drizzle the lime juice over the shrimp and toss to combine.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
7. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave.
8. Serve the shrimp on the tortillas, topped with avocado slices.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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