Camarones Borracho

Immerse yourself in the bold, zesty flavors of Camarones Borracho, a Mexican-inspired shrimp dish that's as vibrant as it is decadent. This recipe combines tender, pan-seared shrimp with a smoky, tequila-infused sauce bursting with the heat of jalapeños and chipotle peppers in adobo. Fresh lime juice and cilantro add a punch of brightness, balancing the richness of butter and the earthy notes of cumin and smoked paprika. Simmered together with diced tomatoes and chicken broth, the sauce develops a luscious depth that's perfect for soaking into a bed of fluffy white rice. Ideal for an indulgent dinner with a kick, serve this crowd-pleasing dish with lime wedges for a final citrusy touch. Perfect for lovers of spicy seafood recipes, Camarones Borracho is a celebration of bold flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 units garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 unit jalapeño (seeded and finely diced)
• 1 cup tequila
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 units chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 0.5 teaspoons cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped)
• 4 units lime wedges (for serving)
• 2 cups white rice (cooked, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts and starts to bubble.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and diced jalapeño to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until just pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and carefully pour the tequila into the skillet. Allow it to simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the alcohol cook off slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the lime juice, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chipotle peppers (roughly chopped), cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer.

Step 7

Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve the Camarones Borracho over warm white rice with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1691.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2196.4

Total Fat 56.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 947.8mg	0%
Sodium 2594.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 162.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 128.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 323.4mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2214.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 38.8%