Coconut and Lime Shrimp (Camarão com Coco e Limão)
Camarão com Coco e Limão, or Coconut and Lime Shrimp, is a popular dish in Guinea-Bissauan cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic dish is a perfect combination of seafood, coconut, and zesty lime.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk
- 2 limes, juiced and zested
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp, lime juice, lime zest, and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and red chili. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the marinated shrimp to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink.
- Pour in the coconut milk and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the Camarão com Coco e Limão hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 280
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pan Bowl Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring cup Measuring spoons
Tools
Stove Wooden spoon Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the Camarão com Coco e Limão over steamed rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the red chili or add an extra chili to the dish.
Cost
$15