Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (Mexican Shrimp in Garlic Mojo Sauce)

Name: Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (Mexican Shrimp in Garlic Mojo Sauce)
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 75 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup olive oil, divided; 0.5 cup butter, divided; 1 head garlic, cloves peeled; 2 limes, juiced; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 2 pounds cleaned baby squid, bodies sliced crosswise into 1/2 rings, large tentacles halved; 12 large jumbo prawns, cleaned; 2 dried pasilla chile, seeded and sliced

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These camarones al mojo de ajo are giant shrimp and baby octopus cooked in a garlic sauce with a touch of pasilla chiles. A delicious recipe that is very easy to make. Serve with white rice, avocado, and a very cold beer.

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Updated on February 23, 2023

close up view of Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (Mexican Shrimp in Garlic Mojo Sauce) with squid, garnished with fresh herbs and lime slices, on a white plate, served with wine in a glass

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Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hrs 15 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

½ cup olive oil, divided
½ cup butter, divided
1 head garlic, cloves peeled
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons white vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds cleaned baby squid, bodies sliced crosswise into 1/2 rings, large tentacles halved
12 large jumbo prawns, cleaned
2 dried pasilla chile, seeded and sliced

Directions

Combine 1/4 olive oil, 1/4 cup of butter, garlic, lime juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a blender; blend until marinade is smooth.
Place squid and prawns into a bowl, pour in marinade, and stir until well coated. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Heat remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook chile until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add squid and shrimp; cook and stir until evenly browned, 10 to 15 minutes per side.

Tips

Watch the recipe video in Spanish on my blog: Gaby Cervello

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

660	Calories
53g	Fat
7g	Carbs
39g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 660
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 53g	68%
Saturated Fat 18g	92%
Cholesterol 125mg	42%
Sodium 282mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 7g	3%
Dietary Fiber 1g	5%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 39g
Vitamin C 8mg	38%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 210mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.