Camarones a la Veracruzana
Camarones a la Veracruzana is a quick and easy Mexican shrimp recipe loaded with BIG flavor. You’re going to love the rich tomato sauce. This seafood dish is ready in only 20 MINUTES!
Prep Time8 minutes mins
Cook Time12 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 216kcal
Heat oil in a large skillet.
Add the onion.
Cook for 1 minute, or until translucent.
Add the tomatoes.
With a potato masher, mash the tomatoes to a chunky consistency.
About 2 minutes.
Add the garlic, olives, bay leaf, oregano, pickled jalapenos, and capers (if using).
Cook for 5 minutes.
Add the shrimp.
Mix to combine.
Cover and cook for 4 minutes.
Turn heat off and remove the lid.
Serve immediately and enjoy.
If using a can of diced tomato, skip mashing step.
Use shrimp that is already deveined to save on time. If not, you will need to add 10 minutes to the prep time in order to clean the shrimp.
The olives add saltiness. That is why no salt is used in this recipe.
Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 1217mg | Potassium: 247mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 642IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 3mg