Brazilian Style Sweet Chili Shrimp (Camarones Brasileños a la Salsa de Chile Dulce)
Camarones Brasileños a la Salsa de Chile Dulce, or Brazilian Style Sweet Chili Shrimp, is a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of Latin American and Chinese cuisines. This recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a sweet and spicy chili sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced red and green bell peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour in the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir to coat the shrimp and peppers with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the shrimp are fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve the Brazilian Style Sweet Chili Shrimp over steamed rice or noodles.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Wooden spoon
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Camarones Brasileños a la Salsa de Chile Dulce with a side of steamed jasmine rice and a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less sweet chili sauce according to your preference.
Cost
$15