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
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 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.
- 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.
- Stir in the tomato sauce and the heavy cream. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm the shrimp.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over rice or with crusty bread.
