In the vibrant culinary tapestry of Portuguese cuisine, few dishes shine as brightly as the traditional "Portuguese Shrimp with Garlic." This tantalizing dish, known as "Camarão à Alhinho" in the local tongue, is a symphony of flavors that has captivated taste buds for generations. With its aromatic garlic, succulent shrimp, and a chorus of herbs and spices, this dish promises a delightful journey through the rich culinary heritage of Portugal.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
PORTUGUESE-STYLE SHRIMP IN GARLIC RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by bns0607
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel the shrimp and marinate them with the salt, parsley and lime juice for a few minutes. Meanwhile, mash or chop the garlic. Cover the bottom of a deep fry pan with olive oil and heat over medium high heat. Add the garlic and cook just until tender-about 1 minute-being careful not to burn it. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring constantly, for approximately 10 minutes or until cooked through. Serve with lots of French bread for dipping into the sauce.
PORTUGUESE (ACOREAN) SHRIMP
A classic "snack" enjoyed by my husband's family while playing cards a few hours after a meal.
Provided by canadianfoodie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place saucepan on burner at med. high heat, add olive oil and onions, saute until translucent (about 4-5 min.).
- Add garlic, pimenta and tomato paste stir until blended. You may have to thin this mixture out a little bit with some of the beer/wine.
- Add 1/2 of the parsley.
- Add shrimp, stir and saute for 2-3 minutes coating the shrimp with the tomato/pimenta mixture.
- Add remaining beer/wine and add water, just enough to cover.
- Cook on med. heat for approximately 10 minutes or until the shells are easily peeled from the shrimp. (note: I have been known to leave this on my stove for an hour or more. As long as there is still juice covering the shrimp they are okay. For some unknown reason you can't seem to over cook them).
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp from the cooking liquid and serve with remainder of parsley sprinkle over.
- Hint reserve the cooking liquid. It can be used: (a) to store leftover shrimp, if any, to reheat; (b) to cook white rice in (wonderful flavour); or (c) to dip crusty fresh bread into.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 220.9, Sodium 324.9, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.2, Protein 25.1
PORTUGUESE SHRIMP
Wonderful tasting shrimp. Easy to make.
Provided by Dave
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Portuguese
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley, tomato paste, hot pepper sauce, chicken bouillon, and paprika. Pour in half of the ale; simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.
- Pour remaining ale into the skillet; add shrimp. Season with salt. Cook until shrimp absorbs the liquid and turns pink, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 172.9 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 614 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
MOTHER PEPA'S GARLIC SHRIMP
Steps:
- Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. In a shallow casserole, preferably earthenware, heat the oil with the garlic and parsley until the garlic begins to sizzle. Add the shrimp and stir until they are opaque. Add the sherry, salt to taste, and cook over medium heat for a minute or two until the sherry evaporates and the sauce thickens slightly. Serve immediately, in the casserole.
SPANISH GARLIC SHRIMP (GAMBAS AL AJILLO)
Every Spanish restaurant serves this dish of shrimp cloaked in garlic-infused olive oil with smoky hints of paprika and a touch of sweetness from sherry. Make sure you have all your ingredients together before you head to the stove since, start to finish, this cooks in mere minutes. It's great for a tapas party, since you can prep everything ahead of time. Just spoon the shrimp and sauce over toasted bread and sprinkle more cayenne and parsley on top to enjoy.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Tapas
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Slice garlic thinly. Season shrimp with kosher salt and paprika. Mix to coat.
- Heat garlic and oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until garlic starts to turn golden, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp and increase heat to high. Toss and turn shrimp with tongs until starting to curl but still undercooked, about 2 minutes. Pour in sherry. Cook, stirring continuously, until sauce comes up to a boil and shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley with a spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 344.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
PORTUGUESE SHRIMP
I received this recipe nearly 40 years ago from a co-worker who was raised in Portugal. She made this Portuguese shrimp dish for an office potluck and everyone wanted the recipe! It is easy to make, impressive to serve, and delicious. The sauce is also good served on fish fillets. -Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper; cook until onion starts to turn brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, orange juice, pimientos, zest, salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer, covered, until shrimp turn pink, 4-5 minutes. Serve with rice.Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 566mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PERFECTLY FRIED SHRIMPS WITH GARLIC
Succulent shrimps fried in olive oil with caramelized garlic. I received this recipe from a Portuguese acquaintance. He learned it from his mother. A recipe with roots! You can find a live frying instruction on my Youtube channel "cooking with Dorus".
Provided by cookingwithdorus
Categories Portuguese
Time 8m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- PREPARATION (6 minutes).
- Rinse the shrimps with cold water. Let them drain in a colander.
- Press the garlic cloves with the blade of a knife. You do this in order to release the flavours when you fry the garlic.
- Fry the garlic for approximately 5 minutes on a low fire in the olive oil. The olive oil will acquire the garlic flavour. After 5 minutes you turn the garlic cloves on the other side. You have finished your preparation now.
- COOKING (2 minutes).
- Turn up the heat to maximum level. Put the shrimps in the cooking pan and and spread the shrimps over the bottom. Every shrimp should make full contact with the bottom.You fry them until their colour changes to pink at the bottom side. When the colour changes you turn them on the other side. The shrimps are ready when you feel resistance after pressing them. Serve immediately.
- SERVING TIPS.
- Serve the shrimps with the garlic cloves and sprinkle the garlic flavoured oil over them. Serve with bread, risotto or a pasta dish.
- DORUS TIPS.
- Don't overcook the shrimps. They will be dry and hard to peel. They shouldn't be to raw either because you will risk food poisoning. You can tell if they are ready by testing the resistance as explained before.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397, Fat 40.9, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 45.4, Sodium 206.1, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 5.5
Tips:
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Peel and devein the shrimp before cooking to remove any grit or sand.
- Marinate the shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cook the shrimp over medium-high heat until they are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Do not overcook the shrimp, as they will become tough and rubbery.
- Serve the shrimp immediately with rice, vegetables, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
Portuguese shrimp with garlic is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and impressive dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new seafood recipe to try, give Portuguese shrimp with garlic a try!
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