Brazilian recipe
Bahian-Style Shrimp (Camarão à Moda Baiana)
Bahian-Style Shrimp is a classic of Brazilian cuisine, blending the bold, unique flavor of dendê (red palm oil) with succulent seafood in a practical and irresistible dish.
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Ingredients
2.2 lbs (1 kg) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh lemon juice to taste
Fresh chopped cilantro or parsley to taste
2.2 lbs (1 kg) fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 to 3 tablespoons dendê oil (red palm oil)
1 cup coconut milk
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh lemon juice to taste
Fresh chopped cilantro or parsley to taste
2.2 lbs (1 kg) fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 to 3 tablespoons dendê oil (red palm oil)
1 cup coconut milk
Where to find ingredients
You can find standard ingredients like shrimp, tomatoes, and coconut milk at most well-stocked grocery stores. Dendê oil (red palm oil) is a specialty item; look for it in the international aisle of large supermarkets, at Latin American or African specialty grocers, or through online culinary retailers.
Preparation
- Clean the shrimp thoroughly by removing shells and digestive tracts, then rinse under cold running water.
- Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Let them marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the shrimp until they are pink and lightly browned.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and form a thick, hearty sauce.
- Pour in the coconut milk, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Finish by stirring in the dendê oil. Adjust the seasoning (salt and pepper) to your preference before serving hot.
Notes
This dish is an excellent choice for those looking for a special lunch full of personality. The creamy combination of coconut milk and dendê oil creates a rich sauce that is perfect when served over fluffy white rice.
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