We want to share 5 shrimp dishes that you must try in Bahía de Banderas during your next visit.
Shrimp is a low-fat and low-calorie protein. And aside from their nutritional benefits, what sets shrimp apart is the delicious taste. When you plan vacations in coastal areas, eating a delicacy with ingredients from the sea is a must, and today we want to share 5 shrimp dishes that you must try in Bahía de Banderas during your next visit.
Aguachile.
This delicious dish is endemic to Sinaloa, but it was impossible to keep the secret in just one state. Today, it is possible to find “aguachile” in Nayarit, Jalisco, Sonora, and even Baja California.
The secret of this dish? The chiltepin chili; This chili gets its name from two expressions in Nahuatl: "chili" which actually means "chili"; and "tepin", which means "flea". Presumably the native peoples named this pepper inspired by the shape of the chiltepin, which has a particular round shape that differentiates it from the slightly elongated shape of the piquín pepper.
Tostadas.
The origins of tostadas date back to pre-Hispanic times in Mexico. How do you read it! Tostadas were born in the first indigenous cultures that inhabited Mexican territory; To prepare them, the tortilla was left on the fire until it was stiff and crispy, then they were eaten with beans and chili.
Evidently, indigenous groups in coastal areas adjusted their use of tostadas to eat the fresh foods available in the area; for example, shrimp.
Whether it's dried shrimp tostadas, aguachile or ceviche, this refreshing dish is the perfect pairing for an afternoon at the beach.
Taco Ensenada.
These weathered fish tacos are very popular. And although bass and dogfish are the fish that are most used for this dish, they also exist with shrimp and lobster. It is traditional to accompany this taco with a very spicy sauce or a beer.
Cócteles.
Shrimp cocktail is a dish prepared with spiced shrimp, lime juice, some sauce, and a variety of vegetables such as chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and green chili as a garnish, plus a squeeze of lime to top it off. This cocktail is something that you will find in almost every seafood restaurant in the region. Some places prepare it cold, but in Nayarit it is also prepared hot. One of the secrets of this recipe is to grind the shrimp heads and add them to the consommé to give it an extra flavor.
Empanadas Gobernador
Some people make these empanadas with just shrimp, others add cheese, and still, others fill them with a shrimp casserole made with shrimp, tomato, onion, serrano pepper, and cilantro. This appetizer is perfect as an appetizer to whet your appetite, or you can also carry it in a basket for a picnic on the beach.
If you want to taste any (or every) dish on this list, make sure to book your accommodation with us in Pardela promptly! This way, you’ll have a great spot to rest after your banquete.
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Written by: Pardela's Editorial Team
Date: September 12th, 2022
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