Description
Succulent shrimp in green salsa dances with zesty Mexican flavors, creating a culinary symphony of tangy and rich notes. Spicy, creamy, and irresistibly fresh, you’ll savor each bite of this authentic coastal delight that brings warmth and excitement to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 400 grams (14 ounces) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 fresh jalapeño, sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup tomatillos, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Fresh lime for garnish
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, gently sweating the onion and garlic until they become translucent and aromatic.
- Introduce jalapeño, cilantro, tomatillos, and tomatoes into the pan, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften and release their vibrant flavors.
- Pour chicken broth into the mixture, bringing it to a vigorous boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer for 10-12 minutes until the sauce develops a slightly thickened consistency.
- Carefully season the sauce with salt, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- In a separate skillet, rapidly cook the shrimp over high heat for 2-3 minutes, ensuring they turn pink and become perfectly tender without overcooking.
- Cascade the verdant salsa over the cooked shrimp, gently folding to ensure each morsel is generously coated with the zesty sauce.
- Garnish with freshly cut lime wedges, offering a bright, citrusy accent to the dish.
Notes
- Perfectly balance heat by removing jalapeño seeds for milder flavor or keeping them for extra spiciness.
- Ensure shrimp doesn’t overcook by watching closely and removing from pan immediately after turning pink to maintain tender texture.
- Select fresh tomatillos with tight, bright green husks for the most vibrant green salsa base and maximum flavor complexity.
- Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for different protein options, keeping the delicious green salsa sauce consistent.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg