Spicy Salvadoran Shrimp Stir-Fry (Salteado Picante de Camarones Salvadoreño)

This Salteado Picante de Camarones Salvadoreño (Spicy Salvadoran Shrimp Stir-Fry) is a flavorful and spicy dish that is popular in Salvadoran cuisine. It's a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Spicy Salvadoran Shrimp Stir-Fry (Salteado Picante de Camarones Salvadoreño)

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the same skillet. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Stir in the cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine with the vegetables and spices. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve the Salteado Picante de Camarones Salvadoreño with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Cutting board Sharp knife Wooden spoon

Tools

Lime squeezer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salteado Picante de Camarones Salvadoreño over steamed rice or with warm tortillas.

Tips & tricks

For extra heat, add a chopped jalapeño or serrano pepper with the bell peppers.

Cost

$20