Camarones Borrachos (Drunken Shrimp)

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 15

Camarones Borrachos Recipe - Flavorful and Spicy Drunken Shrimp

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-3

Calories

343

Sugar

Fat

19g

Camarones Borrachos, or Drunken Shrimp, is a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in Latin American cuisine. This dish is made by cooking shrimp in butter and flavored with onions, cilantro, and chipotle peppers. Anejo tequila is then added for a boozy and unique twist to the dish. This meal is perfect for seafood lovers and those who enjoy spicy food. It's commonly served as a main entree with rice or a side salad.

Instructions

1.	Begin by cleaning and deveining the shrimp.
2.	In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
3.	Add the onions and cook for 1 minute until they begin to soften.
4.	Add the cilantro and chipotle pepper to the skillet, and cook for an additional minute.
5.	Turn the heat up to high and add the shrimp to the skillet.
6.	Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
7.	Pour the anejo tequila over the shrimp and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the alcohol has evaporated.
8.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9.	Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

Camarones Borrachos is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for seafood lovers.

The shrimp are cooked in butter and flavored with onions, cilantro, and chipotle peppers for a spicy kick.

Anejo tequila adds a unique twist to this dish and is perfect for those who enjoy a boozy meal.

CONS

While this dish is full of flavor and spice, it can be high in fat due to the butter used to cook the shrimp.

It’s important to enjoy this dish in moderation, especially if you’re watching your fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Camarones Borrachos may not be the healthiest meal option, shrimp is a great source of protein and is low in fat and calories.
The chipotle pepper used in this dish contains capsaicin, which has been linked to reduced inflammation and improved heart health.

	15 jumbo shrimp
	1 1/2 ounces butter
	1 tablespoon . onion , finely chopped
	2 teaspoons fresh cilantro , washed , dried , finely chopped
	1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile in adobo
	2 ounces anejo tequila
	salt and pepper