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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 Mediterranean dish featuring shrimp, spinach, and tomatoes, perfect for a quick meal.


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
  • salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound raw jumbo shrimp, thawed, shelled, and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 24 oz. spinach leaves

Instructions

  1. Thaw shrimp overnight in the fridge or in a plastic bag in cool water.
  2. Peel away shells and remove the vein from the shrimp if needed.
  3. Drain the tomatoes into a colander and let most of the juice drain off.
  4. Chop green pepper and onion, and prepare garlic, capers, and Italian Herb Blend.
  5. Dissolve the Knorr Shrimp Bouillon cube in hot water.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan, add green bell pepper and onion, and sauté until slightly browned (about 3-4 minutes).
  7. Add minced garlic and Italian Herb Blend and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  8. Add drained tomatoes and 1/2 cup shrimp bouillon mixture, then simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
  9. While it simmers, wash the spinach in a salad spinner if needed.
  10. Heat the second tablespoon of oil in another large frying pan, add spinach and turn over until wilted (1-2 minutes).
  11. Add shrimp and capers to the mixture and cook until shrimp is pink and firm (3-4 minutes).
  12. Season to taste with salt and fresh-ground black pepper.
  13. Divide wilted spinach into four bowls and top each with 1/4 of the shrimp mixture.
  14. Serve hot.

Notes

  • This recipe can be made with chicken or fish stock if shrimp bouillon is unavailable.
  • Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep it tender.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-fry
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg