Shrimp With Spicy Tomato Sauce

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Shrimp With Spicy Tomato Sauce
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 30, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
  • 1 (14-ounce) can of diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook the shrimp for 4-5 minutes until they are pink and cooked through.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes until the tomatoes are heated through.
  6. Add the chopped parsley and stir to combine.
  7. Serve the shrimp with the spicy tomato sauce.

Interesting Facts

  • Shrimp are a low-calorie and low-fat source of protein.
  • Red pepper flakes add a spicy kick to any dish.
  • Tomatoes are a great source of lycopene, an antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer.