Camarones Enchilados (Cuban Shrimp Creole)

Camarones Enchilados, or Cuban-Style Shrimp Creole, is a tantalizing deviled shrimp dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices. This hearty and flavorful recipe is a celebration of Cuban culinary tradition, perfect for a cozy family dinner or for entertaining guests. This stovetop dish is ready from start to finish in about 30 minutes.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onions
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup dry cooking wine ((or vino seco))
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar ((or white vinegar))
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce (or more to taste)
• 7 ounces whole red pimientos (chopped)
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 lbs jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined (tails off))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and green peppers. Sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
2. 2Stir in tomato sauce, cooking wine, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, chopped red pimientos, bay leaf, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
3. 3Add shrimp and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 14-15 minutes until the shrimp has cooked. Remove from the heat. Serve and enjoy!