Camarones Enchilados | Shrimp en Salsa | Cook with Me Live | Chef Zee Cooks

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Chicken breast provides a leaner protein option, while tilapia is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade puree is fresher, while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Paprika adds flavor without the heat, while red pepper flakes are often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in tomato sauce and stir to combine.

Season with cayenne pepper, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper; mix well.

Add bay leaves and sugar; simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

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