Description
Shrimps in Culichi Salsa is a flavorful dish with shrimp cooked in a creamy, spicy salsa made with tomatoes, jalapeños, and sour cream, creating a rich and satisfying meal. Serve it with rice or tortillas for a complete dish.
Ingredients
1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1–2 jalapeño peppers, chopped (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry. Set them aside.
- Make the Salsa: In a blender, combine chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeños. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Salsa: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pour the salsa into the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Add the Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in sour cream and lime juice. Cook for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld and create a creamy texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, and serve with rice or tortillas.
Notes
For a spicier version, add more jalapeños or chili powder.
To make this dish vegetarian, swap the shrimp for grilled vegetables like zucchini and bell peppers.
Use dairy-free sour cream to make this dish vegan-friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
