Delicioso Platillo de Langostinos
A delightful dish featuring langostinos that brings the taste of the sea to your table, perfect for Halloween or festive occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Latin
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
- 1 pound langostinos, cleaned and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the langostinos: If using frozen langostinos, ensure they are fully thawed and patted dry with a paper towel.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add langostinos: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the langostinos to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Season: Sprinkle paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper over the langostinos. Toss to coat evenly with the spices, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Finish with lemon: Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
- Serve: Transfer the langostinos to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
Don’t overcook langostinos to avoid toughness; use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.