Mariscos al Ajillo

Mariscos al Ajillo is a delightful Mexican seafood dish that features a medley of shrimp and scallops sautéed in a fragrant garlic and chili oil. This low-carb recipe is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavors, making it a perfect dish for seafood lovers.

Mariscos al Ajillo
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
  • Scallops - 150 grams
  • Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
  • Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • 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 red chili flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet.
  4. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seafood is opaque and cooked through.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then drizzle with lemon juice.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in lean protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

Tags

MexicanLow CarbSeafood Dish