Shrimp Vera Cruz

Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Gulf Coast with Shrimp Vera Cruz, a zesty one-skillet dish that’s as colorful as it is delicious. This recipe pairs tender, juicy shrimp with a savory medley of diced roma tomatoes, kalamata olives, and briny capers, all enhanced by a tantalizing blend of spices like cumin and oregano. A hint of heat from pickled jalapeños and a fresh squeeze of lime juice perfectly round out the dish, while a garnish of chopped cilantro adds a burst of freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Veracruz-style seafood delight is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it with rice, warm tortillas, or crusty bread to soak up every irresistible bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium white onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 roma tomatoes (diced)
• 0.3333 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons capers (rinsed and drained)
• 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños (sliced)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced roma tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to break down and release their juices.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced olives, capers, pickled jalapeños, bay leaves, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque, flipping them halfway through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and discard the bay leaves. Stir in the fresh lime juice.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately with rice, warm tortillas, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1139.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	982.7

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 3820.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 115.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 489.5mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 2477.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 45.5%

Carbs: 15.7%