How to Cook Shrimp & Calamari

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

calamari

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: squid rings

Zucchini offers a low-calorie alternative.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

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

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

Stir in diced bell pepper and tomato, cook for another 2-3 minutes

Season with paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes, stirring well

Add shrimp and calamari to the skillet, cooking until shrimp are pink and calamari is tender, about 5-7 minutes

Pour in white wine and lime juice, allowing to simmer for 2-3 minutes

Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and bay leaf, mixing to combine

Serve hot with lime wedges on the side

Cooking Techniques

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