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Camarones a la Diabla, and where to source it

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The devil is all in the sauce, chiles de arbol and guajillo blended with tomato into a smooth, brick-red paste that gets fried down before anything else. From there it comes down to the shrimp, which cook in almost no time. Add them at the very end and pull them the second they curl and turn opaque, around 3 minutes, before they seize up tough.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep20 min
Cook15 min
Makes4 servings
CuisineMexican
Cost$$$
Gluten-freeDairy-free
Contains  shellfish
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 4 servings
Fresh shrimp
Large shrimp cook in minutes; buy them fresh and peel just before cooking.
1 1/2 lbs
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Chiles de arbol
The heat engine; toast and blend into the sauce.
6
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Guajillo chiles
Add color and mild fruit to balance the arbol fire.
3
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Canned tomatoes
Blended in to give the sauce body and a little sweetness.
1 cup
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Garlic
Blended into the sauce for pungency.
4 cloves
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The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortEasy
Cook it with
Air fryer
The Method
  1. Soak chilesToast the dried chiles, then soak in hot water 15 minutes until soft.
  2. BlendBlend the chiles with tomato, garlic, and a little soaking water until smooth.
  3. Fry sauceFry the strained sauce in hot oil over medium heat until it thickens and darkens, about 6 minutes.
  4. Add shrimpStir in the shrimp and cook just until they curl and turn opaque, about 3 minutes.
The Toolkit

Skillet · Blender · Fine strainer · Tongs · Wooden spoon

Straight Answers
Can you make Camarones a la Diabla in an air fryer? — Yes

Yes — this is exactly what an air fryer does well. Work in a single layer so the air can move, and shake or flip halfway for even crisping. It runs a touch faster than the oven, so check early.

Can you freeze Camarones a la Diabla? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Camarones a la Diabla ahead of time? — Prep ahead

Best fried to order — the crunch fades if it sits. Do the breading or shaping ahead and cook it fresh when you serve.

Is Camarones a la Diabla gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Camarones a la Diabla vegan? — No

No — it contains seafood, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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