Description
Hearty Shrimp and Bean Stew promises a delightful journey through Spanish coastal cuisine, blending succulent seafood with rustic legumes. Warm comfort meets Mediterranean flavors, inviting you to savor each spoonful of this authentic, soul-satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Beans and Vegetables:
- 2 cups cannellini beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatic base by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté finely chopped onions for 5 minutes until translucent, stirring to prevent burning.
- Introduce minced garlic to the softened onions, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle paprika and red pepper flakes, stirring for 30 seconds to release their intense flavors.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add rinsed cannellini beans, stirring to combine, and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Carefully fold in shrimp, then squeeze fresh lemon juice and sprinkle lemon zest over the stew. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in fresh chopped parsley. Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges for a bright, zesty finish.
Notes
- Choose fresh, large shrimp for the best texture and flavor in this stew.
- Rinse canned beans thoroughly to reduce sodium and improve taste quality.
- Adjust heat levels by controlling red pepper flakes for different spice preferences.
- Consider alternative protein options like chicken or tofu for dietary variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg