Italian Style ALBANIAN SEAFOOD!! Shrimp TAVA & Seafood Pasta | Sarandë, Albania

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu offers a plant-based protein alternative.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth provides flavor without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories and adds moisture.

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

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

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

Add diced bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomato and cook until it breaks down, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika, chili flakes, and bay leaves, stirring to combine.

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

Pour in white wine and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce.

Stir in butter until melted and sauce thickens slightly.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

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