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.

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
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seafood is opaque and cooked through.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then drizzle with lemon juice.
- 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