Sizzling Salvadoran Shrimp (Camarones Salvadoreños Sizzling)

Camarones Salvadoreños Sizzling, also known as Sizzling Salvadoran Shrimp, is a popular dish in Salvadoran cuisine. This flavorful and sizzling shrimp dish is perfect for a special dinner or gathering with friends and family.

Sizzling Salvadoran Shrimp (Camarones Salvadoreños Sizzling)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and bell peppers, and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve hot with lime wedges.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Wooden spoon

Tools

Lime squeezer (optional)

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Camarones Salvadoreños Sizzling with rice and a side of Salvadoran curtido (pickled cabbage slaw).

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra heat, add a sliced jalapeño or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the skillet with the shrimp.

Cost

$20