Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

as needed

1 unit

onion

chopped

3 clove

garlic

minced

12 fluid ounce

ale

divided

5 sprig

parsley

stemmed and chopped

2 tsp

tomato paste

2 tsp

Portuguese hot pepper sauce (pimenta)

1 cube

chicken bouillon

1 tsp

ground paprika

2 pound

unpeeled large shrimp

deveined

1 tsp

kosher salt

Step 1
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~5 min

Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3
~5 min

Stir in parsley, tomato paste, hot pepper sauce, chicken bouillon, and paprika.

Step 4
~5 min

Pour in half of the ale and simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

Pour remaining ale into the skillet, add shrimp, and season with salt.

Step 6
~5 min

Cook until shrimp absorbs the liquid and turns pink, 15 to 20 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve over rice or pasta to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Garnish with extra parsley for added freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time by chopping vegetables.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the sauce.

Pair with a side of steamed rice or quinoa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Steamed green beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Portugal

Cultural Significance

Popular seafood dish often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas Eve
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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