Shrimp with Green Chiles and Avocado-Tomatillo Sauc

Name: Shrimp with Green Chiles and Avocado-Tomatillo Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound tomatilloshusked, rinsed and quartered; 1 small onion, coarsely chopped; 1 large serrano chile, seeded and coarsely chopped; 2 garlic cloves; 1/4 cup packed cilantro leaves; 1 Hass avocado, halved and pitted; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; Salt; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, finely diced; 8 garlic cloves, halved and very thinly sliced; 6 jalapenos, halved, seeded and thinly sliced; 2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; Warm corn tortillas, for serving; Diced tomatoes, for serving; Lime wedges, for serving; Cilantro leaves, for serving

Servings: persons

1/2 pound tomatilloshusked, rinsed and quartered
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 large serrano chile, seeded and coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves
1/4 cup packed cilantro leaves
1 Hass avocado, halved and pitted
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, finely diced
8 garlic cloves, halved and very thinly sliced
6 jalapenos, halved, seeded and thinly sliced
2 pounds medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Warm corn tortillas, for serving
Diced tomatoes, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving
Cilantro leaves, for serving

1
Make the sauce In a food processor, puree the tomatillos with the onion, serrano, garlic and cilantro.
2
Scoop the avocado into the food processor, add the lime juice and puree.
3
Season with salt and transfer to a serving bowl.
4
Prepare the shrimp In a large skillet, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
5
Add the onion and garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until lightly golden, about 3 minutes.
6
Add the jalapenos and cook until softened, about 1 minute.
7
Add the shrimp, salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
8
Remove from heat and stir in the mayonnaise.
9
Prepare the shrimp Serve the shrimp with tortillas, tomatoes, lime wedges,cilantro leaves and the avocado-tomatillo sauce.

936

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound tomatilloshusked, rinsed and quartered, 1 small onion, coarsely chopped, 1 large serrano chile, seeded and coarsely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Shrimp with Green Chiles and Avocado-Tomatillo 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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Shrimp with Green Chiles and Avocado-Tomatillo Sauce

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