Camarones Guisados (Stewed Shrimp

• Seafood

  • 1 lb Shrimp, raw

• Produce

  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro
  • 1 Cilantro
  • 3 tsp Garlic
  • 1/2 Green bell pepper
  • 1 Onion, medium
  • 1/8 tsp Oregano, dried
  • 1 can Plum tomatoes, whole

• Condiments

  • 2 tbsp Pimento stuffed spanish olives

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 Salt and pepper

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil

• Bread & Baked Goods

  • 1 Rice or french bread, Cooked

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Description

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 3 teaspoons minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
• 1 can (14.5oz) whole plum tomatoes, with liquid
• 2 tablespoons pimento stuffed Spanish olives, roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper
• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (and thawed if using frozen)
• Additional chopped cilantro, for garnish
• Cooked rice or French bread, for serving

Directions

• Heat the oil in a small caldero or large frying pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion and green pepper until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute longer.
• Add the tomatoes along with their liquid, olives, 2 tablespoons of cilantro, bay leaf and oregano. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Crush the tomatoes with the back of a spoon and bring the sauce to a simmer. Allow to cook for 5 minutes.
• Add the shrimp and sauté for 2-4 minutes. Do not overcook. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro before serving. Serve over rice or with bread for sopping up the sauce.