Encocado de Camarón

Encocado de Camarón (Shrimp in Coconut Sauce) is a traditional dish from Colombia’s Pacific coast, prepared with fresh shrimp and a creamy coconut sauce that highlights the flavors of the sea. It’s a recipe that blends tradition and nutrition, perfect for those seeking an authentic experience. At our catering service, encocado de camarón becomes a symbol of flavor and culture. 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 of fresh shrimp (cleaned and peeled)
• 2 cups of coconut milk
• 1 large white onion
• 2 ripe tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon annatto (optional, for color)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• White rice and fried plantains as sides

Step-by-step preparation

1. Prepare the ingredients
   • Wash and peel the shrimp.
   • Peel and chop onion, tomatoes, bell pepper, and garlic into small pieces.
2. Make the base sauce
   • Heat oil in a large pot.
   • Add onion and garlic, sauté until golden.
   • Add tomatoes and bell pepper, cook over medium heat for 10 minutes until a thick sauce forms.
3. Add the coconut milk
   • Pour coconut milk into the pot.
   • Add cumin, annatto, salt, and pepper.
   • Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring to blend flavors.
4. Cook the shrimp
   • Place the shrimp into the coconut sauce.
   • Cook over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes until pink and fully cooked.
5. Serve
   • Serve the shrimp with its creamy coconut sauce.
   • Accompany with white rice and fried plantains.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Encocado de Camarón is more than just a recipe—it’s Pacific tradition 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 encocado de camarón win you over and taste the true flavor of the coast.