Arroz con Camarones (Rice with Shrimp) is a traditional dish from the Colombian and Peruvian coast, made with yellow rice, fresh shrimp, and vegetables. It is considered a festive dish, very popular at family gatherings and celebrations. At our catering service, arroz con camarones becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh shrimp (cleaned and peeled)
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups shrimp or fish broth
- 1 large white onion (chopped)
- 2 ripe tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 carrot (diced)
- ½ cup green peas
- 2 tablespoons annatto paste (for color)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Step-by-step preparation
- Prepare the shrimp
- Wash and peel shrimp.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Fry in a skillet with a little oil for 3 minutes. Set aside.
- Make the sauce
- Heat oil in a large pot.
- Sauté onion, garlic, tomato, and bell pepper.
- Add annatto paste and mix well.
- Add rice and broth
- Stir rice into the sauce.
- Add shrimp broth.
- Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
- Add vegetables and shrimp
- Add carrot and peas.
- Stir in reserved shrimp.
- Cook for 10 more minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Serve
- Serve arroz con camarones hot.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Pair with fried plantains or fresh salad.
Arroz con Camarones is more than just food—it’s tradition, freshness, and flavor in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let arroz con camarones win you over and taste the true flavor of criolla cuisine.
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