CUBAN SHRIMP STEW

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A beautiful medley of flavors and colors!This recipe doubles easily and, once the veggies are prepped, goes together quickly. Add a tossed salad and some crunchy bread and you have a meal fit for family or guests! Originally from a Junior League of Denver cookbook. Cook time does not include chill time for shrimp.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Stew

Time 1h3m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onions
1/3 cup julienned red bell pepper
1/3 cup julianned green bell pepper
1/3 cup julienned yellow bell pepper
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 bay leaf
2/3 cup tomato paste
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
3/4 cup water
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For the Shrimp: Combine the lime juice, garlic, oregano, and cumin in a bowl; mix well.
  • Add the shrimp and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Marinate, covered, in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or for up to four hours, stirring occasionally.
  • For the Stew: Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium high heat.
  • Sauté the onions,bell peppers,celery, 2 T parsley, garlic, cayenne pepper, oregano, cumin, and bay leaf in the hot oil for 5 minutes or just until the onions begin to brown.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and sauté for 1 minute longer.
  • Add the wine and the water to the vegetable mixture and mix well.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in the undrained shrimp.
  • Simmer for 6 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally.
  • Discard the bay leaf.
  • Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve over hot cooked rice and sprinkle with the remaining parsley.

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