Fiery Volcano Shrimp (Camarones Volcánicos)
Camarones Volcánicos, or Fiery Volcano Shrimp, is a popular dish in Guatemalan cuisine known for its spicy and flavorful profile. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and onion, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season the shrimp with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 4-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Spatula
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Serve the Camarones Volcánicos over a bed of rice or with warm tortillas.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the amount of jalapeño pepper to control the level of spiciness in the dish.
Cost
$15