Easy Shrimp Stew
This easy shrimp stew is a delectable and comforting dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich and flavorful tomato-based broth. Compliment it with crusty bread, and it's a perfect dish for cold weather!
Ingredients
- ½ lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 7 oz. diced tomatoes
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Start by heating the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute the chopped onions for roughly 2-3 minutes until they achieve a translucent appearance. Add the minced garlic and continue sautéing for an additional 30 seconds, allowing its fragrance to infuse.
- Add the diced red bell peppers to the skillet and cook them for approximately 5 minutes until they display signs of softening.
- Incorporate the diced tomatoes along with the vegetable broth. Season with paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, enabling the flavors to meld and the stew to achieve a slightly thickened consistency.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp into the stew and cook them for about 3 minutes until they become pink and opaque. Be mindful not to overcook the shrimp.
- Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes, permitting it to blend seamlessly with the other ingredients. Taste the stew and adjust the seasonings as necessary.
- Serve the shrimp stew while it's still hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy it accompanied by crusty bread on the side!