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Camarones al Mojo de Ajo

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A coastal dish focusing on the emulsification of massive amounts of garlic into butter and olive oil to gently poach fresh seafood.

Cook 00:20
Yield 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 12 peeled garlic cloves
  • 2 limes for juice

Instructions

  1. 1
    Finely mince the garlic and simmer gently in a heavy emulsion of butter and olive oil until sweet and highly fragrant.
  2. 2
    Add the shrimp, searing briefly on high heat until just opaque.
  3. 3
    Finish with lime.
Category
Dinner
Cuisine
Mexican

Dietary Information

Gluten Free

Recipe Attribution

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