Best 4 The Original Camarones A La Diabla Recipes

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**Camarones a la Diabla: A Spicy Delight**

Camarones a la Diabla, meaning "shrimp in devil sauce," is a classic Mexican dish that tantalizes taste buds with its fiery and flavorful sauce. This delectable dish features succulent shrimp smothered in a luscious sauce made from guajillo and chipotle chiles, tomatoes, garlic, and a touch of Mexican oregano. The result is a symphony of flavors that dances on the palate, leaving a lingering warmth that is both satisfying and addictive. This versatile dish can be served as an appetizer or main course, and it pairs perfectly with warm tortillas, rice, or a side of fresh guacamole. In this comprehensive guide, you will find three variations of Camarones a la Diabla: the traditional recipe, a simplified version for those short on time, and a vegetarian option that uses shiitake mushrooms instead of shrimp. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating this iconic Mexican dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Thirty-two 16/20 shrimp, deveined
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 ounces extra-virgin olive oil
8 drops Worcestershire sauce
15 Mexican chiles de arbol
10 large Roma tomatoes
8 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon salt, or more if needed
3 chipotle chiles, from a 12-ounce can chipotles in adobo
1 clove garlic
1/4 medium yellow onion, sliced
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1/2 yellow onion, sliced
1/2 green pepper, sliced
1/2 red pepper, sliced
1/2 yellow pepper, sliced
1 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • For the shrimp marinade: Combine shrimp with garlic, olive oil and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Marinate 24 hours in fridge.
  • For the diabla sauce: Heat a griddle over high heat. Toast the chiles and tomatoes, 15 minutes on each side. Set aside.
  • In a blender, add fresh orange juice, whole toasted chiles and tomatoes, salt, chipotles, garlic and onions. Blend until everything is blended well (no chunks). Set sauce to the side.
  • For the camarones: In a pan on high heat add butter and marinated shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turns pink, then add onions and peppers. Saute for about 2 minutes. Add ketchup and about 12 ounces diabla sauce. Boil for about 2 minutes. Ready to serve.

CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Camarones a la Diabla (also known as diablo shrimp) are juicy, large shrimp covered in a bright red chile pepper sauce that are ready to eat in 30 minutes! (gluten free, low carb, paleo)

Provided by Isabel Eats

Categories     Main

Time 28m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 dried guajillo chiles, (rinsed, stems and seeds removed)
3 dried chile de arbol chiles, (rinsed, stems removed)
3 Roma tomatoes, (chopped)
2 cloves garlic
1/2 medium white onion, (roughly chopped)
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
4 tablespoons olive oil
1.5 pounds large raw shrimp, (peeled, deveined and tail-on)
salt and pepper, (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl or saucepan, add dried guajillo and arbol chiles. Add very hot or boiling water until chiles are fully submerged. Cover with a lid or large plate and let sit for 15 minutes, until chiles have softened.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the softened chiles to a large blender. Add the tomatoes, garlic, onion and salt. Puree until completely smooth. Taste and season with more salt, if necessary. If the sauce is too spicy, add more tomatoes.
  • Heat a large saute pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and shrimp. Cook shrimp for 1 minute per side, or until shrimp is light pink.
  • Add the red chile sauce to the pan or skillet and mix together to coat the shrimp. Lower the heat to medium and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and hot.
  • Remove the pan or skillet from the heat and serve alone as an appetizer or with Authentic Mexican Rice as a meal.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4th of recipe, Calories 279 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 248 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
5 whole ripe tomatoes
2 medium red onions, divided
6 cloves garlic
14 ounces canned chipotle
24 ounces ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds shrimp, shelled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • For the sauce:
  • Put the water, tomatoes, 1/2 an onion, and garlic cloves in a large pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the tomatoes are soft. Remove from heat and let sit to cool for 2 minutes. Pour into a blender and add the chipotle, ketchup and salt. Blend for approximately 30 seconds.
  • For the shrimp:
  • Slice the remaining 1 1/2 red onions. Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and saute until golden brown. Stir in the shrimp and garlic salt and cook for 2 minutes. Pour sauce over shrimp and let simmer for 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve over Mexican rice, if desired.

CAMARONES A LA DIABLA



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Make and share this Camarones a La Diabla recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amis227

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 lbs shrimp, cleaned and deveined
1/2 onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chicken consomme or 2 tablespoons chicken broth
2 ancho chilies or 2 poblano peppers
1 anaheim chili, seeds and veins removed
2 serrano peppers or 2 habaneros
3 tomatoes
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup white wine
salt and pepper
1/2 cup catsup (optional)
1 anaheim chili, sliced thinly
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Cook the peppers in a small amount of water and grind them in a blender with the tomatoes and whole garlic clove. Strain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet heat the butter and oil and sauté the minced garlic and onion until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the shrimp and cook until they turn bright pink, then add the consommé and Worcestershire, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the sauce (and the catsup now if you choose), cover and simmer for a few minutes, then add the white wine and allow to simmer a few minutes more.
  • Sauté the chili strips in the oil for a few minutes, remove and drain, then use as a garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.4, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 586.8, Sodium 2653.8, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 63.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final dish, so make sure to use fresh and high-quality seafood, vegetables, and spices.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the heat level: This recipe can be made as mild or as spicy as you like, so feel free to adjust the amount of chili peppers or cayenne pepper to suit your taste.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just cooked through: Overcooked shrimp can become tough and rubbery, so be careful not to overcook them. Cook them for just a few minutes, until they turn pink and opaque.
  • Serve immediately: Camarones a la Diabla is best served immediately, while the shrimp are still hot and the sauce is still bubbling.

Conclusion:

Camarones a la Diabla is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of spicy, tangy, and sweet flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give Camarones a la Diabla a try. You won't be disappointed!

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