Name: Shrimp and Peppers in Garlic-Lime Broth
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp; 3 whole bell peppers; 4 cloves garlic; 2 whole lime; 1 cup vegetable broth; 2 tablespoon olive oil; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ cup fresh cilantro

Shrimp and Peppers in Garlic-Lime Broth

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10 minPrep15 minCook4Serves

Ingredients

1 poundlarge shrimp (peeled and deveined)
3 wholebell peppers (mixed colors)
4 clovesgarlic
2 wholelime
1 cupvegetable broth
2 tablespoonolive oil
¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
½ teaspoonsalt
¼ teaspoonblack pepper
¼ cupfresh cilantro

Prep

01
Dice 3 bell peppers into 1-inch pieces.
02
Mince 4 cloves garlic.
03
Cut 2 limes in half for juicing.

Method

01
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
02
Add diced peppers and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and char slightly.
03
Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04
Pour in 1 cup vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
05
Add shrimp, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
06
Remove from heat and stir in the juice of 2 limes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
07
Divide into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve immediately.

Spice Tips

For a little more heat, increase red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon or add a fresh sliced chile to the broth. A pinch of smoked paprika adds depth without extra spice.

This broth-based dish comes together in under 20 minutes. Serve over steamed rice or with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.