Shrimp with garlic and tomato
Enjoy this delicious and healthy recipe that is very easy to prepare. In addition to being full of nutritious ingredients, you will love its flavor!
This garlic and tomato shrimp recipe is a delicious dinner for seafood lovers. Enjoy the benefits of shrimp, garlic and tomatoes in one meal. *Shrimp is a great source of protein and vitamin D, without adding carbohydrates to your daily intake. Garlic can prevent weight gain and may even cause weight loss. You would be surprised to know that 100 grams of tomatoes contain approximately 18 calories, making it a perfect bet for those on a calorie-restricted weight loss diet. Let’s cook these delicious shrimp with garlic and tomato!
Ingredients:
- 500g medium shrimp, peeled and revealed (without the central vein of the shrimp). 2 tablespoons lime juice** * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil** * 5 cloves garlic, minced** * 1 can (14.5-ounce size) whole peeled tomatoes, chopped** * 1/2 cup hot sauce** * 2 teaspoons chili powder
Preparation:
1. Place the shrimp in a shallow non-metallic dish. Toss shrimp with lime juice to coat. 2. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. 3. Add garlic and cook until tender. 4. Add the tomatoes, hot sauce and chili powder and heat until boiling. 5. Reduce the heat to a minimum. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. 6. Add shrimp mixture to skillet. Cook for 5 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink. 7. Serve with steamed vegetables. Shrimp are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which fight and protect against heart-related diseases and cardiovascular problems.* In addition, the selenium contained in shrimp keeps cancer and other degenerative diseases such as hypertension and diabetes away. *Same as tomato, which is also used in this recipe, which has powerful anti-cancer effects. Its content of vitamin C, lycopene and glutathione have made tomatoes a powerful food in the prevention of several types of cancer such as prostate, lung, stomach, bladder, breast and cervix. Tomato is a powerful antioxidant that protects our cells, reduces high blood pressure and cholesterol, helps us eliminate excess fluids from our body and prevents osteoporosis. If you want more information on nutrition and health topics, or need advice to find the healthiest eating plan to help you lose weight, click here.
