How to make Cuban-Style Shrimp

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based option that is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: broth

Broth adds flavor without the cost of wine.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Water with seasoning is a budget-friendly alternative.

Finely chop the onions in a food processor.

Cut the red pepper into long strips about a quarter inch wide.

Clean the shrimp by removing the shells and deveining them.

In a large pot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat on high heat.

Add the shrimp, onion, red pepper, salt, and garlic powder; mix thoroughly.

Sauté the ingredients for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp begin to turn pink.

Add saffron and tomato sauce; mix thoroughly.

Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot, and let cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

After 25-30 minutes, check the red peppers and shrimp with a fork; if the fork pokes through easily, they are done.

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