Camarones a la Diabla

A healthier twist on a classic Mexican favorite, this Camarones a la Diabla recipe features succulent shrimp in a spicy and rich sauce, made with a blend of arbol and chipotle chiles. Served with a side of nutritious Mexican-style rice, this dish is prepared using Mediterranean principles to enhance its nutrient density while ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

35 min4 servingsmexicanmain course

Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories122

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8g10%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 127mg42%

Sodium 628mg27%

Total Carbohydrate 1g

Dietary Fiber 0g1%

Total Sugars 0g

Protein 13g27%

Calcium 81mg6%

Iron 0.79mg4%

Potassium 314mg7%

Vitamin E 1.6mg10%

Vitamin K 2mcg2%

Magnesium 41mg10%

Zinc 1.6mg14%

Estimated nutrition — not all ingredients could be calculated.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp
4 pieces arbol chiles
2 tablespoons chipotle chiles in adobo
2 cups mexican rice
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large tomatoes
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons lime juice
0.25 cup cilantro

Instructions

1Clean the shrimp and set aside.
2Hydrate the arbol chiles in hot water for 10 minutes, then remove stems.
3In a blender, combine hydrated arbol chiles, chipotle chiles, garlic, tomatoes, and onion. Blend until smooth.
4In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chile sauce and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
6Prepare the Mexican rice according to package instructions or your preferred method.
7Serve the shrimp with the sauce over the Mexican rice, garnish with lime juice and cilantro.
8Enjoy your healthier Camarones a la Diabla with a refreshing glass of lime-infused water.

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