Camarones Enchipotlados (Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce)

Name: Camarones Enchipotlados (Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, with tails left on; ¼ cup lime juice; ⅓ cup olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely sliced; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 4 chipotle chiles in adobo; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; ⅓ cup dry white wine; ¼ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano (can use regular, if Mexican is unavailable); salt and pepper, according to taste

Servings: persons

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["Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.", "Put in a bowl with the lime juice and set aside for about 30 minutes.", "No longer, or the shrimp will start to ""cook"" in the lime juice (think ceviche).", "Heat the oil in a frying pan, and drain the shrimp, reserving the lime juice.", "Add the shrimp and onion to the pan and cook for about three minutes, stirring and tossing constantly.", "Then remove the shrimp and onions from the pan and set aside.", "In a blender or food processor, blend the tomatoes, chipotles in adobo, and garlic to a thick sauce.", "Reheat the oil in the fryig pan, add the sauce and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, for a little under 10 minutes.", "Add the wine, oregano, and reserved lime juice, and cook for another minute or so.", "Add the shrimp and cook for a further two minutes (the shrimp should still be firm, not mushy), then serve."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, with tails left on, ¼ cup lime juice, ⅓ cup olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely sliced, and more.

Yes, Camarones Enchipotlados (Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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