CAMARONES AL CHIPOTLE (SHRIMP IN CHIPOTLE SAUCE)

Camarones Al Chipotle (Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce) image

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 large white onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups white mushrooms, sliced
2 roma tomatoes, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup Mexican crema or 1 cup creme fraiche
1 -2 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo
salt and pepper
shrimp broth (optional)

Steps:

Using a food processor or blender, combine cream and chiles, adding chipotles a little at a time to taste, and pulse until smooth. Set aside.
Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.
Sauté the green onion, garlic, and salt until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook covered, about 3 minutes.
Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook, an additional 5 minutes.
Add shrimp and simmer, covered until they begin to turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
Add broth if additional liquid is needed. Add the chipotle cream and heat until cooked through, an additional 3-5 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with warm corn tortillas, over rice, or with avocado.
Notes: To make broth, combine reserved shells with 2 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes. Strain and use broth as needed to add liquid to the dish or thin the cream sauce to desired consistency.