Quick and Delicious Easy Shrimp Mozambique Recipe

This easy shrimp Mozambique recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a spicy sauce. With hints of garlic, paprika, and lemon, this dish is bursting with flavor. The shrimp is cooked in a creamy tomato sauce that is thickened with beer, giving it a unique and delicious taste. Serve this dish over rice or with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that will impress your guests. With a preparing time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup beer
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the beer and scraping up any browned bits at the bottom. Simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the beer slightly.
5. Stir in the tomato sauce and the heavy cream. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm the shrimp.
7. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over rice or with crusty bread.

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