Delicious and Healthy Shrimp and Veggie Stew

This Shrimp and Veggie Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for those cold winter nights. Packed with nutritious vegetables and succulent shrimp, it is a wholesome meal that will warm your soul. This recipe is quick and easy to make, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner. Serve it with crusty bread or rice for a satisfying and comforting meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes
• 4 cups of vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
3. Add diced bell pepper, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add diced tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. While the stew is simmering, season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
7. Add the seasoned shrimp to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
8. Remove the pot from the heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
9. Serve the shrimp and veggie stew hot with crusty bread or over a bed of rice.

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