Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce Camarones Enchipotlados
Bring a bold and smoky flair to your dinner table with Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce (Camarones Enchipotlados), a tantalizing Mexican-inspired dish that perfectly balances heat and creaminess. Tender shrimp are sautéed in a fragrant blend of garlic and onion before being enveloped in a luscious chipotle-tomato sauce that’s enriched with heavy cream and a splash of lime juice for an irresistible zing. The sauce gets its signature smoky kick from chipotle peppers in adobo, making it a flavor-packed option that spice lovers will adore. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it over fluffy rice, alongside warm tortillas, or with crusty bread to soak up every bit of the velvety sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and added freshness. Bursting with savory flavors and just the right amount of spice, Camarones Enchipotlados is a crowd-pleaser you’ll turn to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and translucent.
Blend the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and tomato puree in a blender until smooth. Set the sauce aside.
Add the shrimp to the skillet with the onion and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside on a plate.
Pour the blended chipotle-tomato sauce into the skillet and stir. Cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add heavy cream, chicken or vegetable stock, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the chipotle sauce. Continue cooking for 2 minutes to heat the shrimp through.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice, if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately with rice, tortillas, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 290 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 921 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
