Gambas con mantequilla de ajo y pescado blanco

Ingredientes

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or mahi-mahi)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Preparación

1. 1

   Pat fish fillets completely dry with paper towels and season both shrimp and fish with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

3. 3

   Add fish fillets and sear without moving for 3 to 4 minutes, flip once and cook another 3 minutes, then transfer to a plate.

4. 4

   Add shrimp to the same pan and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and curled, then remove and set aside.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the pan and let it melt, then add minced garlic and stir for 60 seconds.

6. 6

   Pour in white wine or broth and lemon juice, scrape up the browned bits, and let the sauce reduce for 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add red pepper flakes if using, then return shrimp and fish to the pan and spoon sauce over everything.

8. 8

   Warm through for 2 minutes, scatter fresh parsley over the top, and serve immediately.