Camarones de Coco

Camarones de Coco is a delightful vegan twist on the classic Mexican shrimp dish, featuring succulent coconut marinated jackfruit that mimics the texture and flavor of seafood. Served with a zesty lime and avocado sauce, this dish is both refreshing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Young green jackfruit - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Lime - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the drained jackfruit, coconut milk, minced garlic, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and bell pepper, sautéing until they are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Remove jackfruit from the marinade, and sprinkle cornstarch evenly over it, tossing to coat.
4. Add the jackfruit to the skillet and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes golden brown and crispy.
5. Remove from heat and serve with diced avocado and lime wedges for garnish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 9 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut and avocado, supporting heart health.

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