Dominican Asopao de Camarones | Cook with Me - Shrimp and Rice Soup | Chef Zee Cooks

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: fish

Chicken breast is lower in fat and more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made from scraps.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor.

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

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomato and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add rice, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt; stir to combine.

Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens