Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1.5 lb

large shrimp

peeled and cleaned

4 oz

olive oil

3 unit

garlic

minced

1 unit

bay leaf

1 tsp

paprika

0.5 tsp

salt

1 tbsp

Goya sauce

to taste

2.5 tsp

lemon juice

2.5 oz

white wine

2.5 dash

Worcestershire sauce

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

1 cup

cooked rice

Step 1
~2 min

Peel and clean the shrimp.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Sauté the shrimp in the heated olive oil until they start to turn pink.

Step 4
~2 min

Add minced garlic, bay leaf, salt, paprika, and Goya sauce to the pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Continue to sauté, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.

Step 6
~2 min

Add lemon juice, white wine, and Worcestershire sauce to the pan.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 8
~2 min

Sprinkle with white or black pepper to taste.

Step 9
~2 min

Simmer for a few minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 10
~2 min

If desired, add fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve hot over cooked rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Goya sauce to your taste.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made a day ahead.

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 a side of crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mozambique

Cultural Significance

Popular seafood dish in Mozambican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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