Shrimp Stew with Quinoa and Onion Salad

Ingredients

• 320 g shrimp (raw, peeled, and deveined)
• 1.5 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
• 1 pcs onion (medium, finely chopped)
• 2 pcs celery (stalks, chopped)
• 1 pcs green bell pepper (medium, chopped)
• 3 pcs garlic (cloves, minced)
• 411 g diced tomatoes (one 14.5 oz can, undrained)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp dried oregano
• 0.75 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté the vegetables

   • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
2. 2

   Build the stew base

   • Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and the vegetable broth.
   • Add the smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.
   • Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. 3

   Cook the shrimp

   • Uncover the pot and add the raw shrimp to the stew.
   • Stir gently and cook for just 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and curled. Be careful not to overcook them.
4. 4

Ingredients

• 2 pcs sweet onion (medium, thinly sliced into rings)
• ice cubes (for soaking)
• 4 cup water (cold, for soaking)
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 tsp paprika (for color)
• 0.5 tsp sugar (to balance tanginess)
• 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp parsley (fresh, finely chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the onions

   • Peel the sweet onions and slice them into thin, uniform rings. A mandoline slicer works best for this.
   • Gently separate the rings with your fingers and place them in a large bowl.
2. 2

   Soak for crispness

   • Add ice cubes and cold water to the bowl, ensuring the onion rings are fully submerged.
   • Let them soak for 15 minutes. This crucial step makes the onions crisp and mellows their sharp flavor.
3. 3

   Drain and dry

   • After soaking, drain the onions completely using a colander.
   • Gently pat the onion rings dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
4. 4

   Season and toss

   • Transfer the dry onion rings to a clean mixing bowl.
   • Drizzle with apple cider vinegar and sprinkle with paprika, sugar, black pepper, and salt.
   • Add the chopped fresh parsley.
   • Toss gently until the rings are evenly coated.
5. 5

   Serve immediately

   • Serve the onion salad immediately to enjoy its maximum crispness and fresh flavor.
   • It is an excellent topping for burgers, hot dogs, and grilled chicken sandwiches.