Camarones en Salsa Verde

Camarones en Salsa Verde is a vibrant Mexican dish featuring succulent shrimp in a tangy green sauce made from fresh tomatillos and herbs. This dish is perfect for a light dinner or a festive gathering, bursting with flavor and color.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 250 grams, peeled and deveined
• Tomatillos - 200 grams, husked and rinsed
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Jalapeño - 1, chopped (adjust for spice level)
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a pot, add the tomatillos and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 10 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine the cooked tomatillos, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning if necessary.
3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink.
5. Pour the salsa verde over the cooked shrimp and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that promote heart health.

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