Shrimp Stew

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken breast is a lean protein alternative, while tofu provides a plant-based option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a higher smoke point, while canola oil is more cost-effective.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon cubes are a budget-friendly option.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can mimic some herbal notes at a lower cost.

Heat 1 cup of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour to the oil and cook for about 30 to 40 minutes until it reaches a deep chocolate color.

Halfway through, season the mixture with Cajun seasoning to taste.

Once the roux is a peanut butter color, add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot.

Cook the trinity in the roux until softened.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Pour in some seafood stock to break up the roux, then add the rest of the quart of seafood stock once the garlic is cooked down.

Add 3 cups of water and season with Cajun seasoning and salt to taste.

Cover the pot and let it cook for about 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, add diced potatoes and cook for another 20 minutes on low heat, covered.

Once the potatoes are tender, add shrimp and let it come back to a boil.

Drop in eggs and cook for a few minutes until the shrimp are done and the eggs are cooked perfectly.

Add chopped green onions to the pot and mix in.

Cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let everything marry for about 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

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