Ingredients
– 1 pound of fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 3 tomatillos, husked and rinsed
– 1 fresh jalapeño, stemmed and chopped
– 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1/4 cup onion, chopped
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon lime juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: slices of avocado for garnish
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create delicious Shrimps in Culichi Salsa:
1. Prepare the Salsa: In a saucepan, combine the tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, onion, and garlic. Add enough water to cover the vegetables.
2. Cook the Vegetables: Bring the saucepan to a boil and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the tomatillos are soft.
3. Blend the Salsa: Remove the saucepan from heat and use a blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
4. Cook the Shrimp: In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
5. Add the Salsa: Once the shrimp are pink and cooked through, pour the salsa over them. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the shrimp to soak in the flavors.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice or salt as preferred.
7. Serve: Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 25g