How to Make Shrimp Provencal - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Provencal is a classic French dish that showcases the flavors of the Mediterranean region. This dish is bursting with the fresh and vibrant flavors of tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, which perfectly complement the tender and succulent shrimp. The dish is typically served with crusty bread or over a bed of pasta, allowing you to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.

As with many traditional French dishes, the key to making Shrimp Provencal is using high-quality, fresh ing...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ pounds large shrimp (21-25 per pound), peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups red peppers, diced
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 3 large cloves garlic, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can canned diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup chopped fresh basil
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Quickly saute shrimp until they turn pink, but are not cooked through; remove from skillet and set aside. Add the bell peppers, onion, garlic, fennel seeds, and thyme; cook until the onion softens, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in white wine, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the flavors blend, about 10 minutes. Add the shrimp, and simmer until they are cooked and turn opaque, about 3 minutes. Stir in the basil, and season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
  • Nutrition

    249 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 173mg
    • Sodium: 322mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 80mg
    • Calcium: 111mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 542mg