Portuguese Shrimp Mozambique Recipe: Spicy Garlic Hook!

Name: Portuguese Shrimp Mozambique Recipe: Spicy Garlic Hook!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Portuguese
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons of butter; 1/4 cup of finely chopped onion; 1/2 cup of water; 1 lemon, juiced; 8 cloves of garlic, finely chopped; 2 (1.41 ounce) packages of sazon seasoning with saffron; Salt and ground black pepper (to taste); 1/2 (12 ounce) bottle of beer; 2 teaspoons of hot sauce (such as piri piri or tabasco®); 1 lb of uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

This popular and delicious shrimp Mozambique recipe (camarão á Moçambique), is a zesty shrimp with a saffron and garlic based sauce.

30 min 4 servings Very Easy Prep time 15 min Cooking Time 15 min

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Shrimp Mozambique is a zesty, buttery Portuguese classic featuring tender shellfish simmered in a bold, garlic-infused beer sauce with a signature kick. This Portuguese Shrimp Mozambique brings the authentic taste of an Azorean

Ingredients

4 tablespoons of butter1/4 cup of finely chopped onion1/2 cup of water1 lemon, juiced8 cloves of garlic, finely chopped2 (1.41 ounce) packages of sazon seasoning with saffronSalt and ground black pepper (to taste)1/2 (12 ounce) bottle of beer2 teaspoons of hot sauce (such as piri piri or tabasco®)1 lb of uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add the onion and saute until slightly golden (about 5 minutes).
Stir in the water, lemon juice, garlic, sazon, salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in beer and stir.
Add the hot sauce and bring to a boil.
Add the shrimp and cook until the shrimp turns pink (about 3 minutes).
Serve over or with a side of rice.

Recipe & tstewartgrl, allrecipes.com

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Calories

234 kcal

Fat

14 g

Carbs

6 g

Protein

18 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I use instead of sazon seasoning with saffron?

If you don't have sazon seasoning on hand, you can replace it with a mixture of paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of saffron if available. A combination of 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of saffron should provide a similar flavor.

How should I store leftover Shrimp Mozambique?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep well for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out.

What if my shrimp is overcooked and tough?

If your shrimp ends up overcooked, you can try slicing it into smaller pieces and mixing it into a sauce or stir-fry to help mask the texture. For future reference, shrimp cook very quickly; they typically need only about 3 minutes or until they are pink and opaque.