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Mediterranean Shrimp with Spinach


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious blend of shrimp, spinach, and tomatoes sautéed with herbs and spices.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can (14 oz.) petite diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large green bell pepper, diced in 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 large onion, diced in 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Herb Blend
  • 1/2 cup water with one cube Knorr Shrimp Bouillon
  • 1 pound raw jumbo shrimp, thawed, shelled, and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 24 oz. spinach leaves
  • Salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Thaw shrimp overnight in the fridge or in a plastic bag in cool water.
  2. Peel shells and remove the vein from the shrimp if necessary.
  3. Drain the tomatoes into a colander placed in the sink and let most of the juice drain off.
  4. Chop the green pepper and onion, and prepare the garlic, capers, and Italian Herb Blend.
  5. Dissolve the Knorr Shrimp Bouillon cube in hot water or measure 1 cup of chicken or fish stock and simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan, add green bell pepper and onion, and sauté over medium-high heat until slightly brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Add the minced garlic and Italian Herb Blend, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  8. Add the drained tomatoes and 1/2 cup shrimp bouillon mixture, and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
  9. While simmering, wash the spinach in a salad spinner if necessary.
  10. In another large frying pan, heat the second tablespoon of olive oil, add the spinach, and turn until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  11. After the tomato mixture has cooked for 10 minutes, add shrimp and capers, cooking until the shrimp are pink and firm, about 3-4 minutes.
  12. Season with salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste.
  13. Divide wilted spinach into four bowls and top each with 1/4 of the shrimp mixture. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use chicken or fish stock if shrimp bouillon is not available.
  • Most shrimp come deveined; check the packaging.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg