Camarones en Salsa de Cilantro

Camarones en Salsa de Cilantro is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp in a fresh cilantro sauce. This dish combines fresh herbs and spices, creating a delightful experience for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
• Fresh cilantro - 1 cup, packed
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Jalapeño - 1, seeded and minced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml

Steps

1. In a blender, combine the cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and vegetable broth. Blend until smooth and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced jalapeño to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-5 minutes.
5. Pour the cilantro sauce over the shrimp and stir to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Loaded with antioxidants from cilantro, which can help reduce inflammation.

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