Shrimp Stew Recipe

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.

Preheat the pot over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.

Add olive oil to the pot.

Add shrimp shells and sauté for about 2 minutes until they're nicely pink.

Add 2 cups of water and simmer for about 4-5 minutes to make shrimp stock.

Strain the shrimp stock.

In the preheated stock pot, add more olive oil.

Add diced celery, onions, and carrots; sauté for about 2-3 minutes to give them color.

Add the homemade shrimp stock, undrained canned tomatoes, white wine, Cajun shrimp seasoning mix, and Gourmet Garden squeezed garlic; stir together and cover.

Simmer for 10 minutes.

Add raw shrimp to the pot and Gourmet Garden squeezed basil; stir and simmer for 3 minutes to cook the shrimp.

Cooking Techniques

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