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Prepare to embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Mexico with "Camarones a la Diabla," a dish that embodies the essence of Mexican cuisine. This fiery shrimp dish, often referred to as "the original camarones a la diabla," tantalizes taste buds with its captivating flavors, striking a delicate balance between heat and delightful complexity. Dive into the world of "camarones a la diabla," where the fiery embrace of chiles complements the succulent sweetness of shrimp, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Let's delve into the depths of this culinary masterpiece, exploring its origins, mastering its preparation, and unlocking the secrets behind its tantalizing taste.

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THE ORIGINAL CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Camarones, spice, and rice are the stars of the show in this Mexican-inspired dish. Serve over hot cooked rice and garnish with orange wedges, Cotija cheese, and/or chopped fresh cilantro.

Provided by Jennifer Aleman

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¾ cup sliced white onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 dried guajillo chiles - stems removed, seeded, and cut into large pieces
2 dried ancho chile peppers - stems removed, seeded, and cut into large pieces
2 large tomatoes, cut into chunks
1 ½ cups water
½ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2 pounds raw shrimp (31-35 count), peeled and deveined
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
¾ cup sliced white onion
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over low heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add dried chiles; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until peppers are softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Blend chile mixture, orange juice, and bouillon in a blender until smooth. Strain through a sieve set over a bowl; discard solids.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with salt and black pepper. Rinse and dry the skillet. Heat butter and oil in skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp; cook just until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a bowl.
  • Add sauce to the skillet; simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer until cooked through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 176.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 502.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Make and share this Camarones a La Diabla recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amis227

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 lbs shrimp, cleaned and deveined
1/2 onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chicken consomme or 2 tablespoons chicken broth
2 ancho chilies or 2 poblano peppers
1 anaheim chili, seeds and veins removed
2 serrano peppers or 2 habaneros
3 tomatoes
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup white wine
salt and pepper
1/2 cup catsup (optional)
1 anaheim chili, sliced thinly
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Cook the peppers in a small amount of water and grind them in a blender with the tomatoes and whole garlic clove. Strain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet heat the butter and oil and sauté the minced garlic and onion until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the shrimp and cook until they turn bright pink, then add the consommé and Worcestershire, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the sauce (and the catsup now if you choose), cover and simmer for a few minutes, then add the white wine and allow to simmer a few minutes more.
  • Sauté the chili strips in the oil for a few minutes, remove and drain, then use as a garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.4, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 586.8, Sodium 2653.8, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 63.6

CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
5 whole ripe tomatoes
2 medium red onions, divided
6 cloves garlic
14 ounces canned chipotle
24 ounces ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds shrimp, shelled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • For the sauce:
  • Put the water, tomatoes, 1/2 an onion, and garlic cloves in a large pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the tomatoes are soft. Remove from heat and let sit to cool for 2 minutes. Pour into a blender and add the chipotle, ketchup and salt. Blend for approximately 30 seconds.
  • For the shrimp:
  • Slice the remaining 1 1/2 red onions. Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and saute until golden brown. Stir in the shrimp and garlic salt and cook for 2 minutes. Pour sauce over shrimp and let simmer for 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve over Mexican rice, if desired.

CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Thirty-two 16/20 shrimp, deveined
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 ounces extra-virgin olive oil
8 drops Worcestershire sauce
15 Mexican chiles de arbol
10 large Roma tomatoes
8 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon salt, or more if needed
3 chipotle chiles, from a 12-ounce can chipotles in adobo
1 clove garlic
1/4 medium yellow onion, sliced
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1/2 yellow onion, sliced
1/2 green pepper, sliced
1/2 red pepper, sliced
1/2 yellow pepper, sliced
1 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • For the shrimp marinade: Combine shrimp with garlic, olive oil and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Marinate 24 hours in fridge.
  • For the diabla sauce: Heat a griddle over high heat. Toast the chiles and tomatoes, 15 minutes on each side. Set aside.
  • In a blender, add fresh orange juice, whole toasted chiles and tomatoes, salt, chipotles, garlic and onions. Blend until everything is blended well (no chunks). Set sauce to the side.
  • For the camarones: In a pan on high heat add butter and marinated shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turns pink, then add onions and peppers. Saute for about 2 minutes. Add ketchup and about 12 ounces diabla sauce. Boil for about 2 minutes. Ready to serve.

THE ORIGINAL CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Camarones, spice, and rice are the stars of the show in this Mexican-inspired dish. Serve over hot cooked rice and garnish with orange wedges, Cotija cheese, and/or chopped fresh cilantro.

Provided by Jenny Aleman de Bolaos

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¾ cup sliced white onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 dried guajillo chiles - stems removed, seeded, and cut into large pieces
2 dried ancho chile peppers - stems removed, seeded, and cut into large pieces
2 large tomatoes, cut into chunks
1 ½ cups water
½ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2 pounds raw shrimp (31-35 count), peeled and deveined
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
¾ cup sliced white onion
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over low heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add dried chiles; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until peppers are softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Blend chile mixture, orange juice, and bouillon in a blender until smooth. Strain through a sieve set over a bowl; discard solids.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with salt and black pepper. Rinse and dry the skillet. Heat butter and oil in skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp; cook just until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a bowl.
  • Add sauce to the skillet; simmer over medium heat until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer until cooked through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 176.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 502.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it, or it will become tough and rubbery.
  • Use a good quality Mexican salsa. This is the key ingredient in this dish, so make sure you choose a salsa that you enjoy.
  • Add some heat. This dish is traditionally spicy, so feel free to add some cayenne pepper or chili powder to taste.
  • Serve with your favorite sides. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, or tortillas.

Conclusion:

Camarones a la Diabla is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its spicy, flavorful sauce and tender shrimp, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give Camarones a la Diabla a try. You won't be disappointed!

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