Shrimp in Zippy Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Shrimp in Zippy Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 stalk celery, finely chopped; 1 small red bell pepper, seeded & chopped; ½ cup red wine vinegar; 1 (14 ounce) can plum tomatoes, chopped with their juice; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 lbs shrimp, peeled & deveined; 2 -3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley; 1 piece dried chili, chopped

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded & chopped
½ cup red wine vinegar
1 (14 ounce) can plum tomatoes, chopped with their juice
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 lbs shrimp, peeled & deveined
2 -3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 piece dried chili, chopped

1
In a heavy saucepan, heat half of the oil.
2
Add the onion, and cook over low heat until soft.
3
Stir in the celery and chopped bell pepper, and cook for 5 minutes more.
4
Raise the heat to medium high, and add the red wine vinegar and tomatoes.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes.
7
Lower the heat, cover the pan and simmer until the veggies are soft, about 30 minutes.
8
Puree the sauce through a food mill or a food processor.
9
Push pureed sauce through a sieve with a spatula.
10
Set aside.
11
Heat the remaining oil in a clean heavy saucepan.
12
Stir in the garlic, parsley and chili, if using.
13
Cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until the garlic is golden.
14
Do not let it brown.
15
Add the tomato sauce and bring to a boil.
16
Taste for seasoning.
17
Stir in the shrimp.
18
Bring the sauce back to a boil.
19
Reduce heat slightly and simmer until the shrimp are pink and firm, 4-6 minutes, depending on their size.
20
Remove from the heat and serve.

529

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 stalk celery, finely chopped, 1 small red bell pepper, seeded & chopped, and more.

Yes, Shrimp in Zippy Tomato Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp in Zippy Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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