20-Min Cuban Spicy Garlic Shrimp
Juicy shrimp seared in a fiery tomato-habanero sauce spiked with garlic, cumin, and a splash of vinegar. Creole heat, TikTok speed—serve over rice or with crusty bread.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
- 1 whole habanero pepper, whole
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 2
Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- 3
Pour in diced tomatoes with juice, add whole habanero and cumin, stir to combine.
- 4
Simmer for 4 minutes, then remove and discard the habanero (or leave in for more heat).
- 5
Add shrimp and vinegar, stir gently until shrimp curl and turn opaque, about 3–4 minutes.
- 6
Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot over rice or with crusty bread.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon or spatula
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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