How to Make Shrimp Mozambique - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Mozambique is a flavorful and aromatic dish that originates from the coastal regions of Mozambique, a country located in southeastern Africa. This dish is a delicious blend of Portuguese and African flavors, with a rich sauce that is perfect for dipping crusty bread into. The key to the dish is the use of fresh shrimp and a few simple ingredients that come together to create a memorable meal.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 10 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (12 ounce) can beer
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • 3 (1.41 ounce) packages sazon seasoning with saffron (such as Goya® Azafran)
  • hot sauce
  • salt to taste
  • 1 pound large shrimp, shells left on
  • 3 cups cooked white rice, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until tender but not brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir beer, white wine, sazon, hot sauce, and salt into the skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Add rice; heat through for about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley.
  • Nutrition

    349 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 156mg
    • Sodium: 3277mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 55mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 223mg