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Easy Shrimp Stew

Published: Sep 8, 2023 · Modified: Apr 2, 2025 by Amira · This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

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An Easy Shrimp Stew Recipe that is a delicious and hearty meal your whole family will enjoy. Packed with a tasty tomato sauce and warm spices this dish is perfect for cooler weather.

Shrimp stew in a pot with a metal spoon.

This is one of my mom's greatest hit, succulent shrimp in bold tomato sauce that bursts with flavors. Serve it over pasta or white rice and I guarantee you'll make everyone happy.

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  • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
  • 🥄 Instructions
  • 💡 Amira's Tips
  • 👩‍🍳 Variations
  • 🧺 Storage
  • ⌛ Make Ahead
  • 🍽️ Serve With
  • 💬 FAQs
  • 📣 Related Recipes
  • More Shrimp Recipes
  • 🥣 Equipment
  • Shrimp Stew Recipe
  • 👩‍🏫 My Personal Experience

❤️ Why You'll Love It

  • The delicious tomato and spice sauce will tantalize your taste buds
  • Easy to prepare, this shrimp stew recipe takes just thirty minutes
  • A healthy dish made with simple ingredients so you don't have to spend hours tracking down specialty ingredients.

There is just something comforting about a warm bowl of shrimp stew. Whip up a batch of this delicious recipe and enjoy a cozy meal with your family.

🥄 Instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.

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  • In a large saucepan or pot over medium-high heat add oil and saute onion, garlic and add diced tomatoes and bell pepper and cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Add spices and tomato paste.
  • Add in water and shrimp and stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover, stir in parsley and continue to cook until shrimp is fully cooked.

💡 Amira's Tips

  • Make sure not to overcook the shrimp as they will become chewy and tough.
  • Garnish with more freshly chopped parsley or green onions for added flavor and presentation.

👩‍🍳 Variations

  • For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the tomato sauce.
  • If you like seafood, feel free to add lobster or other types of fish to this dish.
  • You can also make this stew with chicken instead of shrimp as well.
  • To add more vegetables, add some carrots and celery.
  • For a creamy version of this stew, stir in ½ cup of cream or coconut milk at the end.

🧺 Storage

Store the leftovers in the fridge for 2-3 days. Make sure to keep them in an airtight container so they stay fresh.

⌛ Make Ahead

This stew is best when made fresh, but it only requires a few minutes of prep work, and less than 15 minutes to cook so you don't have to worry about spending a lot of time in the kitchen.

🍽️ Serve With

I love to serve this hearty stew over a bed of rice, and this Instant Pot Basmati Rice is my go-to rice recipe. A nice crusty bread also pairs well with this simple stew recipe, our favorite bread is this Air Fryer Garlic Bread.

Looking for more sides? Here is a list of over 35 side dishes to serve with grilled shrimp.

A bowl of rice with a serving of shrim stew.

💬 FAQs

Can I freeze leftover shrimp stew?

Yes, this stew freezes well. Let it cool completely and store it in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. When ready to use, thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop until warm.

What's the best way to reheat this dish?

The best way to reheat this stew is on the stovetop over medium heat. You can also use a microwave, but I find that the shrimp tends to become overcooked.

How can I tell when shrimp is cooked?

The flesh should be firm to the touch, but not rubbery. To check for doneness, insert a paring knife into one of the shrimp; if it's cooked through, the flesh will be white throughout with no traces of gray or translucency.

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Shrimp Stew Recipe

This Shrimp Stew is a quick healthy weeknight dinner for busy days. Succulent shrimp in rich bold tomato sauce. Scoop over white rice or mop your plate clean with a crusty piece of bread for a satisfying meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Halal
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 5 Servings
Calories: 182kcal
Author: Amira

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Large Onion chopped about 1 cup
  • 3 garlic cloves minced about 2 teaspoons
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 bell pepper any color, diced
  • ½ cup parsley loosely packed, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 Tablespoon dry mint
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Salt. or to taste
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¾ cup water
  • 24 oz x-large shrimp tail on, deveined

Instructions

  • In a large pot over medium heat add oil and saute onion for a couple of minutes then add garlic and continue cooking for 30 seconds.
  • Add diced tomatoes and bell pepper and cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Add cumin, black pepper, salt, dry mint and tomato paste. Mix everything well.
  • Add in water and shrimp and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover, stir in parsley and continue to cook until shrimp is fully cooked.
  • Serve over rice or with crust bread.

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 1296mg | Potassium: 428mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1856IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg
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First published January 28, 2015 . Last updated June 13, 2023 with important tips, clear step by step instructions and readability.

👩‍🏫 My Personal Experience

Today I'm bringing you this recipe that has been in the family for as long as I remember, so it has lots of good memories of family gathering, chatting, laughing and sneaking shrimp from behind mom's back, as shrimp are -and always have been- super expensive in Egypt.

My boys do not like fried shrimp, and do not ask me when did that happen ¯\_(ツ)_/¯, I mean who does not !! . When they had this shrimp at my mom's once, they fell for it, and I was very happy, so when I make this recipe they keep picking up shrimp leaving the veggies behind 😊.

Let me tell you, they are missing A LOT, and I do really mean a lot, these veggies swimming in a puddle of rich tomato sauce are destined to be enjoyed over a bed of white rice. This is a match made in heaven my friends.

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  1. Nancy R

    March 04, 2019 at 3:32 pm

    5 stars
    This was a very tasty and new to me kind of recipe. I am not used to having shrimp with mint or saucy, but the sauce was great with white rice as well. Thank you for such a lovely recipe.

    Reply
    • Amira

      March 15, 2019 at 10:44 am

      Nancy, this is awesome! I am glad that it worked well for you.

      Reply
    • Zena

      February 15, 2021 at 7:17 pm

      5 stars
      I tried this today and it was so delicious! I’ll definitely be making it again InshaAllah! Thank you for sharing❤️

      Reply
      • Amira

        February 16, 2021 at 10:10 pm

        So glad you liked it Zena, thank you so much for your feedback.

        Reply
  2. Bam's Kitchen

    February 24, 2016 at 12:38 am

    How delicious! It is like the shrimp poach in your delicious sauce, now this may be my fun new way to make shrimps. Loads of flavor and yet very healthy. I can't wait to try this recipe.

    Reply
  3. Fran @ G'day Souffle'

    February 18, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    Looks simple and delicious. When I first looked at your video, I thought the dish was served with raw shrimp, but then I saw that the shrimp was cooked in the oven along with the other ingredients- phew!

    Reply
    • Amira

      February 20, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      Awww ... raw!!! nop .. not this time, may be another time soon, who knows?!! hahaha

      Reply
  4. Abbe @ This is How I Cook

    February 17, 2016 at 10:12 pm

    I don't think I have ever thought to use shrimp with mint. This is gorgeous, Amira!

    Reply
    • Amira

      February 20, 2016 at 10:57 pm

      Thanks Abbe, I hope you'll give it a try.

      Reply
  5. Denise Browning@From Brazil To You

    February 17, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    I cannot imagine how refreshing this dish is... I wish I was having it for lunch now.

    Reply
    • Amira

      February 20, 2016 at 10:59 pm

      Thanks Denise, we do like it so much in our family so I hope yours will fall for it as well.

      Reply
  6. John/Kitchen Riffs

    February 17, 2016 at 10:12 am

    Love shrimp. Love mint. Need I say more? Mint grows in our garden like a weed, so I'd probably substitute fresh mint. But otherwise wouldn't change a thing! Really good -- thanks.

    Reply
    • Amira

      February 17, 2016 at 10:29 am

      Thanks John, I really hope I can grow mint in my backyard this spring, I've heard it is one of the easiest herbs to grow ever and it takes care of itself too.

      Reply
  7. Marie

    February 17, 2016 at 1:33 am

    It looks tasty! I would not mind trying it Amira. A good excuse to buy shrimps!
    Hope all is well with you and your loved ones.
    Take care

    ps - The blog looks fabulous this way. Great job!

    Reply
    • Amira

      February 17, 2016 at 10:28 am

      Thanks Marie, I really hope you'll like it, I will wait for your feedback.

      Reply

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