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Mediterranean Shrimp with Spinach


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

Description

A delicious and healthy Mediterranean dish featuring shrimp and spinach tossed with diced tomatoes and seasoning.


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 and shelled
  • 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 away shells and remove the vein if needed.
  3. Drain the tomatoes into a colander 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 if using chicken or fish stock, measure 1 cup and simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan, add the green bell pepper and onion, and sauté until slightly brown.
  7. Add the minced garlic and Italian Herb Blend, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  8. Add the drained tomatoes and 1/2 cup shrimp bouillon mixture; simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
  9. While simmering, wash the spinach in a salad spinner if needed.
  10. In another frying pan, heat the second tablespoon of oil, add the spinach, and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  11. Add the shrimp and capers to the tomato mixture and cook until shrimp are pink and firm, about 3-4 minutes.
  12. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  13. Divide the wilted spinach into bowls and top with shrimp mixture.
  14. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a non-stick pan, use slightly less oil.
  • Most shrimp are deveined, but check and remove the vein if necessary.
  • If you don’t have shrimp bouillon, substitute with chicken or fish stock.
  • To keep the spinach hot, add it towards the end of the cooking time for the tomato mixture.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Saute
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg