Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco
Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco layers sweet, mellow garlic in warm oil with tender shrimp, a whisper of smoky chile, and a bright finish of lime. The pisco adds a fragrant lift and subtle depth, while cayenne brings gentle heat. Serve it hot from the pan as a tapas-style starter or a quick dinner with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook12 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 38
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 33
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the garlic cloves and grapeseed oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, letting the garlic slowly turn golden brown as the oil heats.
- 2
Continue cooking until the garlic is golden-brown and the oil is very hot.
- 3
Add the shrimp, stir to coat with the oil, and cook for 15 seconds before stirring in the chile pepper.
- 4
Continue cooking until the shrimp is pink and firm.
- 5
Pour in pisco and cook for 30 seconds to allow the alcohol to evaporate.
- 6
Season with salt to taste, then pour the mixture into a serving dish.
- 7
Serve sprinkled with cayenne pepper and garnished with lime wedges.
- Calories 435.13 kcal High 22%
- Protein 20.89 g Good Source 42%
- Carbohydrate 41.04 g 15%
- Total Fat 17.97 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 2.43 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 146.31 mg High 49%
- Sodium 486.38 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 0.86 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 3.67 g --
- Added Sugars 2.27 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 296.46 mg Good Source 23%
- Iron 0.22 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 212.88 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 13.57 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 41.64 mg Good Source 46%
- Vitamin D 0.11 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Chilean Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco is a Chilean appetizer recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 32 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Anaheim Chile, Brandy, Cayenne Pepper, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 435.13 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco?
- It is a Chilean recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco made of?
- The main ingredients are Anaheim Chile, Brandy, Cayenne Pepper, Garlic, Large Shrimp. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco?
- Explore these Chilean side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco?
- About 32 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 12 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 435.13 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco healthy?
- Chilean-Style Pil Pil Shrimp with Garlic and Pisco has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 435.13 calories and 20.89 g of protein, or 42% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 486.38 mg (21% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.43 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Sulfites, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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