Camarones al Tamarindo

Camarones al Tamarindo is a vibrant Mexican seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp coated in a tangy tamarind sauce, offering a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors. This dairy-free recipe is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion (sliced) - 1 small
• Tomato (diced) - 1 medium
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lime (juiced) - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sliced red onion, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced tomato and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste with lime juice and a pinch of salt and pepper.
6. Pour the tamarind mixture over the shrimp, stirring to coat evenly, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
7. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 215 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin B12 and selenium from shrimp.

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