Easy Dominican shrimp and sausage rice stew (Dominican Asopao )

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth reduces sodium and calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is often cheaper.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Green beans provide a different texture, while mixed veggies are budget-friendly.

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

Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for another 3 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add rice, bay leaves, and spices; reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add peas and carrots; cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until rice is tender.

Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

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