Shrimp Vera Cruz Recipe

Name: Shrimp Vera Cruz
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 -2 teaspoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 -4 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies; 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 small green bell pepper, cut into thin strips; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/4 cup cilantro, coarsely chopped; 2 cups hot cooked brown rice; 1 lime, cut in wedges

Servings: persons

1 -2 teaspoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 -4 garlic cloves, pressed
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cilantro, coarsely chopped
2 cups hot cooked brown rice
1 lime, cut in wedges

1
Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2
Saute the onion and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes; add tomatoes with liquid and the jalapeno pepper; simmer approximately 10 minutes.
3
Add the shrimp and cook until the shrimp turn pink, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
4
In a small dish, combine the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water and stir to blend; whisk into the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute then stir in the cilantro.
5
Divide the rice among 4 bowls, and top with equal portions of the shrimp and vegetable mixture.
6
Garnish each dish with lime wedges and serve.

789

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

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: 1 -2 teaspoon olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 -4 garlic cloves, pressed, 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Vera Cruz 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 Vera Cruz

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Variations & substitutions

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