Cajun Shrimp Stew

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
One 16 oz. can tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 tsp. cumin
1 1/2 tsp. oregano
2 tbsp. Vinegar
Salt and pepper
2 lb. shrimp in the shell
Instructions: 

In a saucepan, place the tomatoes, onion, garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano and
vinegar. Bring to a boil, cover, lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, while you peel the shrimp.

Taste the sauce, correct the seasoning, and add the shrimp. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, until shrimp are firm and opaque.

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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.