Christmas

Shrimp broth and other holiday recipes with this seafood

By Eloísa Carmona - 2020-10-30T14:39:08Z
Shrimp broth is a common starter on many Mexican tables during the December festivities. With its spicy flavor and warmth, it is perfect for such celebrations or any special day.But shrimp broth is not the only recipe with this seafood that makes for a great family celebration dish. Carideans, prawns, or scampi pair very well with pasta, for example, which are also very easy to prepare and combine with holiday dinners. Below, we provide some ideas for holiday recipes featuring this seafood.Pasta with garlic shrimpFarfalle pasta, commonly known as bowties, makes this recipe spectacular for Christmas dinner. It is easy, practical, and above all, yields a lot. This pasta has that special gourmet touch for the occasion.Seafood and meat paellaLike cod, paella is a Spanish recipe that pairs well with your Christmas dinner, as the rice will go a long way, it has simple ingredients that are easy to find, and it includes meat, shrimp, and clams.Shrimp empanadasAnother option for a shrimp starter besides the broth is delicious empanadas, fried and served with mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, avocado, and lime. In addition to shrimp empanadas, you can use the dough with other fillings to have a variety in the first course of the dinner.Green salad with shrimpAnother lighter option with shrimp is this low-calorie and low-carb salad, which works well not only as a starter but also as a side dish for your dinner. It includes lettuce, spinach, and arugula, making it very nutritious.Shrimp in mango and chipotle sauceIf you thought you had tried all the shrimp recipes, then you must try this one, where the shrimp are glazed with a creamy sauce and have a unique flavor. This is one of the easy shrimp recipes that you can prepare in just 20 minutes! Can you imagine having one of the dishes for your Christmas dinner in such little time?As starters, main courses, or side dishes, these shrimp recipes are a different option for this Christmas if you are one of those who enjoy shrimp broth during this season.