Camarones en Salsa de Chipotle

Camarones en Salsa de Chipotle features succulent shrimp cooked in a smoky, spicy chipotle sauce that delivers a delightful kick. This gluten-free dish is a perfect balance of flavors, showcasing the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine.

Camarones en Salsa de Chipotle
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
280 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300g
  • Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium
  • Tomato (chopped) - 1 medium
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Chicken broth (gluten-free) - 100ml
  • Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Stir in the chopped tomato and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
  5. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
  6. Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  7. Stir in lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 680 mg
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
  • Contains omega-3 fatty acids that promote heart health.

Tags

MexicanGluten-FreeSeafood Dish