Moroccan Shrimp Pil Pil Style Recipe - CookingWithAlia - Episode 63

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a cost-effective protein alternative.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Red pepper flakes provide a similar heat with less cost.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: chili powder

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Red pepper flakes can substitute for heat at a lower price.

Cut the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds.

Grate the inside of the tomatoes and discard the skins.

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan and cook the tomato sauce on medium heat.

Add the grated tomatoes, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, all the spices, and 1 tablespoon of tomato paste to the pan.

Let the sauce cook for 15 minutes, stirring from time to time.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Place the shrimp in a large baking dish or individual ramekins.

Drizzle some olive oil over the shrimp and add the tomato sauce on top.

Bake the shrimp for 15 to 20 minutes or until done.

Serve hot with toasted bread.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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