Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (Garlic Shrimp)

Serves 4

· 1 lb of raw medium size shrimp

· 3 whole garlic cloves

· 10 minced garlic cloves

· ¾ tsp of salt

· ¾ tsp of black pepper

· ¾ tsp of white vinegar

· 3 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil

· 3 tbsp of butter

· 1 fresh lime

Remove the shell from the shrimp. In a blender, puree the whole garlic cloves, salt, pepper, vinegar, and olive oil. Add to uncooked shrimp and let it stand for 20-30 minutes. In a skillet heat up the butter and add the minced garlic; Sauté the garlic until golden brown. Add the shrimp and lower heat. Cook until shrimp are pink in color. Remove from stove and sprinkle with lime juice.

· Serve with Spanish white rice and vegetables if desired.